Communications Account Manager

TL;DR

Communications Account Manager (PR/Public Affairs): Managing strategic communications and media relations for government agency clients with an accent on crisis communications, storytelling, and community engagement. Focus on building trusted client relationships, executing high-impact media strategies, and delivering accurate, compelling communications materials under tight deadlines.

Location: Must reside within 30 miles of the Nashville area. Role is remote with occasional local travel required for client meetings and events.

Company

hirify.global is a strategic communications agency providing enterprise-wide public affairs and program management support to government entities.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary day-to-day liaison for assigned client initiatives and lead recurring meetings.
• Develop and execute media strategies, including pitching stories and drafting press releases.
• Create and edit diverse communications materials such as newsletters, blogs, and executive talking points.
• Manage crisis communications, including developing response plans and monitoring media cycles.
• Identify and recommend community engagement strategies to increase public awareness.
• Coordinate project timelines and deliverables across internal creative teams.

Requirements

• Must reside within 30 miles of the Nashville area.
• 3-7 years of professional experience in public relations, communications, or media relations.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong grasp of AP Style.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and client relationships.
• Availability to work outside normal business hours during crisis events.

Nice to have

• Agency experience supporting multiple clients.
• Experience working with government agencies, nonprofits, or public sector organizations.
• Proficiency with media monitoring platforms.
• Experience preparing executive presentations and briefing materials.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on high-profile government and public sector projects.
• Flexible, fast-paced agency environment.
• Professional growth through diverse client engagements.