Job Description
Golin Chicago is seeking a Director - Connector to join their team. This role involves navigating the media landscape, shaping stories, and proactively hunting for media opportunities. The ideal candidate will be smart, scrappy, and driven to secure coverage for clients. Golin is committed to becoming the first fully AI-integrated agency by 2026 and offers benefits like flexible time off and a monthly stipend.
What this role involves:
- Developing and executing earned media strategies.
- Leveraging media relationships for top-tier placements.
- Leading the development of strategic materials.
- Serving as the primary media contact.
- Overseeing junior staff and fostering client relationships.
- Executing campaigns with strong project management skills.
- Collaborating across internal teams to develop innovative ideas.
- Cultivating a supportive team culture.
- Traveling for events as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or related field.
- 8+ years of PR experience.
- Recent earned media portfolio.
- Proven track record executing large-scale media programs.
- Deep understanding of the media landscape.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Client service passion.
- Creative mindset.
What Golin offers:
- Flexible time off.
- Enhanced family care.
- Health and wellness benefits.
- Hybrid flexibility.
- Monthly LifeTime stipend.