Account Supervisor

AIIR is seeking an Account Supervisor to join its New York team. This role will lead the development and execution of media relations strategies across a growing portfolio of health, wellness, fitness, and performance brands. The Account Supervisor will work closely with agency leadership and client teams, serving as the primary day-to-day client contact while driving media outreach, storytelling, strategic counsel, team mentorship, reporting, events, and overall account management.

• 5-8 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or corporate communications (agency, in-house, or a combination)

• Proven track record serving as primary client contact and leading day-to-day account strategy

• Experience managing and mentoring junior team members

• Strong writer capable of producing press releases, pitches, and client reports with minimal edits

• Big-picture thinker who can connect PR results to client business and sales goals

• Sharp media relations instincts, with established relationships across journalists, editors, and social media influencers

• Entrenched in health, wellness, fitness, and performance (athletes and enthusiasts strongly encouraged to apply!) and consumer new media (especially Substack and Podcasts)

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  Client Counsel

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    Serve as the main day-to-day contact for clients

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    Lead client meetings and proactively pitch new PR strategies

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    Provide senior-level counsel and strategic recommendations to strengthen client relationships

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  Team Leadership

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    Manage and mentor Junior Account Executives and other junior staff

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    Review team writing and deliverables, providing feedback to elevate quality

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    Teach and reinforce core PR skills, fostering professional growth across the team

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  Media Strategy

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    Secure high-quality earned media coverage across print, digital, and broadcast outlets

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    Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and social media influencers

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    Develop proactive story angles and identify new media opportunities

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  Account Management

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    Track team performance across client accounts

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    Monitor scopes and flag risks to account leadership

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  Crisis and Problem Solving

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    Help clients navigate sudden PR issues or negative press

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    Provide steady, solutions-oriented counsel under pressure

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  Event Support and Guest Curation

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    Support client events (launches, activations, etc.) by identifying and inviting the right mix of media, creators, and industry contacts

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    Manage RSVPs and guest list to ensure the room reflects the brand’s target audience

• Asana, Google Suite, Notion, and Slack

• MuckRack

• Associated Press Stylebook