JBC is a 10-year-old media relations agency that provides a uniquely strategic approach to building brands and increasing overall consumer awareness. Founded by Jennifer Bett Meyer and Melissa Duren Conner in 2014, JBC specializes in amplifying businesses at all stages, from new-to-market startups to well-established public companies.
Touching sectors spanning fashion and beauty, health and well-being, food and beverage, technology and social impact, and more, we develop dynamic communication design that drives growth and enduring affinity for the retail landscape's most dynamic brands. We have a proven track record of associating ourselves with brands that are mission-oriented, leaving a tangible, lasting impact in the sectors we represent.
While our work is important, JBC believes company culture is even more important. A large percentage of our client roster are—and always have been—women-led, and we remain passionate about and dedicated to propelling women forward in the workplace and beyond.
Some of our competitive, human-first programming includes:
Split in-office x work-from-home schedule
Flexible PTO and four-day summer workweeks
Commitment to DEI via workshops, speaker sessions, and engagement opportunities
Ongoing philanthropic events, both in-person and virtually
Position Overview:
In this role, you’ll manage and execute day-to-day public relations efforts as well as manage client expectations. Senior-level staff also act as a cheerleader for the agency -- suggesting new initiatives for team building, keeping a positive work environment, and mentor junior staff -- and have developed strong relationships with both media and clients.
With a roster of dynamic venture-backed brands, you will help craft messaging, and leverage media relationships to create compelling narratives that support your client’s vision and mission.
The Director of Fashion should have proficiency in consumer brand storytelling. The ideal candidate also has strong relationships with fashion and retail media across national and regional (primarily New York and Los Angeles) business and consumer press.
Responsibilities:
Developing PR strategies and dynamic pitches to meet client objectives and goals; Goes above and beyond traditional pitching efforts to suggest interesting media activations to support brand objectives
Strategic planning and execution of outreach plan with little to no changes from VP and/or Managing Director
Ensure all teams are meeting client goals and objectives; keep teams on track
Pitching and securing feature stories, brand stories, etc. on national and regional level across online, print, broadcast and podcast media
Updating all client materials and other written materials
Drafting of press releases as necessary
Monthly client reporting
Communicating with clients regularly via email, phone and in person and building strong relationships with clients
Communicating daily with high-level editors/media
Managing and mentoring junior-level staff
Position Reports to: Senior Vice President of Fashion Division
About You:
Bachelor’s degree
6+ years of PR experience with significant agency experience
Naturally proactive, with outstanding attention to detail and meticulous organizational skills
A people person, skilled at building and nurturing relationships, with proven experience in supportive team management and mentorship
A strong editorial network of fashion and business editors and writers
Skilled writer and communicator
Ability to both balance many priorities and act resourcefully, all while maintaining a positive attitude
Vaccination against COVID-19 is a requirement if hired; including one booster dose. Candidates may request an accommodation due to disability, sincerely held religious belief or exception required under applicable law.
Benefits:
JBC is committed to the health, happiness, and well-being of each and every one of our employees, both professionally and personally. We strive to make our workplace one where team members are not only supported across their short- and long-term trajectory of career growth but are also fulfilled as people, in and out of the office.
Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
Flexible paid time off policy, including vacation + additional paid caregiver leave
4-day workweeks in Summer and half days on Fridays Fall through Spring
12 weeks paid leave to bond with a newly born, adopted, or fostered child, with a 6-month waiting period for full-time employees
Inclusive holiday calendar and a paid break in December running from Christmas Eve to New Year's Day
Comprehensive health insurance for all employees, and a 401k matching plan for you to invest in your future
In-house committees that plan monthly programming as it relates to internships, team-building, community service, employee recognition, and more
Monthly stipend toward cell phone
Flexible working schedules and hybrid return-to-office with Fridays always remote
No waiting period for paid sick leave
Generous bereavement leave policy, including pregnancy loss
Agency-wide Monthly Mental Health Days
Additional Mental Health paid time away for parents each week
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Location:
Hybrid: 3 days remote + 2 days in-office in New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA
Contact:careers@jbc-pr.com
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t match perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to email us anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Jennifer Bett Communications, LLC (“JBC”) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. JBC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Employment type
Full-time
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