Public Relations Account Supervisor, Technology
Job Description
The Account Supervisor serves as the primary day-to-day client lead, responsible for delivering strategic counsel, driving program execution, and managing team performance. This role requires a strong balance of client relationship management, media strategy, team leadership, and operational excellence.
You will play a critical role in ensuring client satisfaction, meeting program KPIs, and fostering team growth—while proactively identifying opportunities to elevate account performance and expand business.
Key Responsibilities
Client Leadership & Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, delivering clear, thoughtful, and timely communication across all channels
- Lead client meetings with confidence and efficiency; clearly articulate strategies, recommendations, and rationale
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, instilling trust through industry knowledge and strategic expertise
- Manage client expectations and proactively address challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset
- Provide ongoing strategic guidance to ensure alignment with client priorities and program goals
Strategy, Media & Program Execution
- Lead day-to-day program execution, ensuring all deliverables meet deadlines and quality standards
- Drive proactive media strategy, aligning thought leadership and announcements with relevant industry trends
- Oversee media programs, including strategy development, media lists, and pitch quality
- Take ownership of high-impact deliverables such as tier-one press releases and complex content
- Lead media outreach for top-tier announcements as needed
- Collaborate with Directors/VPs to meet and exceed quarterly media KPIs
- Contribute to campaign and quarterly planning, ensuring deliverables are client-ready
Team Leadership & Development
- Manage and mentor junior team members (AAE–SAE), providing clear direction, feedback, and support
- Delegate effectively, ensuring alignment on priorities, timelines, and expectations
- Review and edit all client-facing materials to ensure consistency with messaging and quality standards
- Foster a collaborative, positive team environment; recognize achievements and support professional growth
- Identify skill gaps and provide coaching to elevate team performance
Operational Excellence & Account Management
- Manage workflows, priorities, and workback schedules to ensure seamless execution
- Maintain program budgets and proactively communicate any risks or overages
- Ensure accurate and high-quality reporting against all program metrics (including PANOptic tools)
- Act as a quality control lead for reporting and measurement processes
- Proactively escalate risks or challenges to senior leadership to support client retention
Strategic Growth & Business Development
- Identify opportunities for organic account growth and additional services
- Support new business efforts, including pitch development and presentations
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of agency offerings and how they align with client needs
Leadership Expectations
- Lead by example with professionalism, accountability, and a solutions-oriented mindset
- Remain composed under pressure and foster a positive, problem-solving team culture
- Demonstrate agility in shifting priorities while maintaining team alignment and client satisfaction
- Encourage creativity and innovation in strategies that exceed client expectations
Qualifications
- 5+ years of B2B technology experience in public relations, communications, or agency environment
- Proven experience managing client relationships and leading accounts
- Strong media relations experience with a track record of securing coverage
- Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills
- Experience managing and mentoring junior team members
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Pacific Timezone Work Schedule
Nice to Have
- Experience with media measurement/reporting tools
- Experience supporting new business or pitch development
- Industry-specific experience (tech, B2B, etc.)
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