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Public Relations Account Director – Technology & Science

Hybrid work opportunity in the DC area with occasional onsite client support.

Spire Communications is a full-service communications agency supporting innovative programs in government, technology, healthcare, and science. We seek a senior-level PR professional to work with our technology clients to provide expertise in media relations and writing/editing.

This position will communicate groundbreaking technologies ranging from quantum computing and nanobots, to using AI to transform business operations. We’re looking for someone fascinated by groundbreaking technology who’s also gifted at explaining it in accessible terms to lay audiences.

This is NOT an entry or mid-level position. We seek a highly qualified individual with specific experience who can manage large, multifaceted programs independently and with minimal supervision. Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience, great interpersonal skills, and experience with highly technical and scientific material. The preferred candidate will have direct experience working with defense-related government and contractor programs.

Spire’s client roster includes technology companies, government contractors, and large federal agencies working in science and technology.

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What You’ll Do

  • Manage PR activities for technology clients.
  • Drive proactive media placements in trade and tier 1 media.
  • Write content including media announcements, social media posts, media pitches, podcast scripts, and web content.
  • Draft award and speaking submissions.
  • Media train client executives for media opportunities and speaking engagements.

What You’ll Bring to Spire

  • 10+ years of experience in media relations
  • Superior ability to develop and maintain a strong working relationship with clients and subject matter experts
  • Ability to understand and clearly communicate highly complicated information
  • Strong relationships with media and ability to regularly place stories in tier 1 outlets
  • Excellent writing and editing skills
  • Strong understanding of AP style
  • Familiarity with federal plain language requirements

Our benefits

Medical (United Healthcare), dental (CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield), and vision (United Concordia) plans paid at 100% (employee premium) plus 30% contribution to family premium

Monthly $50 “wellness” stipend for gym memberships, spa services, etc.

Life and disability insurance (short- and long-term)

18 days PTO and 8 federal holidays per year (+Veterans Day for those who have served)

Flexible home/office environment

Home office expense reimbursement

401(k) plan with automatic 3% of salary employer contribution

Employee referral bonuses

Annual stipend for employee and/or job-related training

About Spire

We are a boutique, woman-led agency that specializes in technology, health, and science. Our clients are federal agencies and contractors charged with advanced R&D and vital national programs that make life better for all Americans. Our team is committed to the work of these pioneers and public servants. We believe in their missions, marvel at their innovations, and delight in telling their stories.

Every member of our team is a senior-level communicator. This means every assignment is an opportunity to work with and learn from the best strategists and storytellers—designers, videographers, writers, editors, media relations leads, social media managers, and web developers.

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