Senior Account Director – Tech & Start Up PR

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis

Senior Account Director leading technology PR campaigns for Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis, a global communications agency. Advising tech founders and executives while developing teams, media strategy, and new business.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting comprehensive communications programs, providing strategic counsel to high-level executives, and managing teams effectively. Possesses strong writing skills and a deep understanding of the venture capital landscape and brand partnerships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years Of Experience In PR/CommunicationsDirect People Management ExperienceStrategic Counsel To Founders, CEOs, And VCsFast, Creative, And Persuasive Writing AbilityUnderstanding Of Venture Capital Landscape

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Hard Skills

Messaging ProductionMedia PitchingEvent SubmissionProject DeliveryImpactful Media Moments

Soft Skills

CoachingConstructive FeedbackEntrepreneurial MindsetAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

Social Media IntegrationPaid Media CampaignsDesign Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Corporate ReputationConsumer Brand AwarenessExecutive Thought LeadershipDigital CommunitiesBrand Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect 360-degree communications programs spanning corporate reputation, consumer brand awareness, and executive thought leadership
Advise founders, CEOs, and venture capitalists on complex issues and client reputation
Produce messaging, investor-facing materials, media pitches, and event submissions
Collaborate with social media, paid media, design, and talent integration experts on integrated tech campaigns
Use media contacts at TechCrunch, WIRED, Forbes, CNBC, and other outlets to secure impactful placements
Direct and develop a team of executives through coaching and constructive feedback
Lead new business pitches and identify organic expansion opportunities
Act as a player-coach, contributing hands-on to detailed project delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in PR/Communications
At least 4 years of direct people management experience
Understanding of the venture capital landscape and capital markets
Ability to provide strategic counsel to founders, CEOs, and VCs
Ability to create impactful media moments and navigate financial stakeholder needs
Understanding of social trends, digital communities, and brand partnerships
Fast, creative, and persuasive writing ability
Ability to translate dense technical concepts into compelling human stories
Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to build and scale a practice
Ability to work as a player-coach with meticulous attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with matching
Annual merit-based bonuses
PTO
Fertility benefits
FSA for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses
Flexible work schedule
Work from Anywhere program
Summer Fridays
Wellness Days
4-week sabbatical or trip to celebrate select anniversaries
Collaborative workspaces
Rooftops at some offices
Celebrations
Networking opportunities
Community volunteering
Mentor from day one
Training and mentoring
Professional and personal growth training throughout the year
Teaching workshops structured for each company level
Monthly Meet the Industry series