Account Director, Design and Lifestyle
The Independents
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: New York City • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Develop and execute strategic design-focused PR programs that elevate brand visibility and drive commercial impact through product launches, studio announcements, showroom openings, and experiential moments tied to the design calendar.
- Cultivate and maintain deep relationships with design, architecture, and interiors editors, journalists, digital platforms, and tastemakers to secure top-tier coverage, awards, and long-lead placements.
- Serve as a trusted brand ambassador within the design community, representing clients across press previews, trade fairs, industry events, and key cultural moments.
- Build strong, consultative client partnerships by delivering thoughtful PR strategy, trend intelligence, and creative storytelling aligned with each brand’s design ethos and business goals.
- Lead and mentor Account Managers, Coordinators, and Assistants, fostering a collaborative, detail-driven, and creatively ambitious team culture.
- Oversee the planning and execution of high-impact design moments, including press previews, showroom installations, influencer walk-throughs, and strategic industry collaborations.
- Stay at the forefront of design trends, market shifts, and cultural conversations, translating insights into compelling narratives and proactive media opportunities.
- Support agency growth by identifying new opportunities, contributing to new business pitches, and leveraging design-media relationships to elevate emerging and established brands.
- Evaluate campaign performance using qualitative storytelling impact and quantitative media metrics, ensuring programs meet client objectives and deliver meaningful ROI.
- Champion a high-performing, inclusive team environment that prioritizes mentorship, continuous learning, creative excellence, and innovation.
Requirements
- Extensive and proven experience in a senior PR role within Lifestyle, Design, Culture and Arts
- Strong managerial and organizational skills
- In-depth understanding of and active interest in hospitality, lifestyle, luxury and wellness trends
- A responsive and understanding approach to client management
- Creative and strategic thinker
- Able to identify communication opportunities through a proactive approach
- Proven experience of working in a fast-paced environment and ability to work to tight deadlines
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize
- Discrete, professional and articulate, with excellent communication skills
- Experience managing direct reports/teams including their professional development
- Extremely well-organized, methodical and efficient, with a good dose of common sense and initiative
- Excellent writing and presentation skills
- A visionary and opportunistic approach to new business development
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- 401K Employer Match program
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Time Off including Vacation Days, Personal Days, Sick Days, and additional Comp Days
- Company-wide closure last week of the year
- 10 Federal Holidays Observed
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Soft Skills
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