Vice President Public Relations

About the Job

Lou Hammond Group is a full-service, award-winning agency offering marketing, public relations, social media, integrated campaigns and strategic services. With 40 employees and 7 offices in South Carolina, New York, Utah, Florida, Texas and Georgia, our top-tier client list spans major destinations, cruise lines, real estate and attractions. We focus on results and excellence while maintaining spirit, integrity and style.

Role Description

LHG is seeking a hands-on, vice president role for its Charleston office. Responsibilities include leading a collection of accounts and providing exemplary management to a skilled team of PR professionals as well as cultivating relationships with top-tier media and new business prospects.

• Strategic communications
• Client communication lead
• Team management, providing guidance on campaign execution, client communication, and professional development
• Established media contacts and expert media relations
• Organize and press trips, desk side meetings and media missions
• Press event planning
• Source marketing partnerships/promotion opportunities
• Crisis communications
• Prospecting for new business

Talent/Experience

• BA/BS from a four-year accredited university
• 8+ years full-time public relations agency or PR-related experience (Note: agency experience is a must)
• Confident in new business pitches and presentations
• Creative thinking
• Strong detail and organizational skills, sensitivity to deadlines
• Creative, high energy, can-do attitude
• Strong writing skills (AP style), familiar PR software and Microsoft Office programs
• Travel and real estate industry knowledge a plus

To apply, send your resume to [email protected]