CAREERS

The Account Supervisor’s primary responsibility is to manage client accounts across the agency. The supervisor will work closely with the Senior Director and or VP on client accounts to execute strategy, manage deliverables and provide guidance for the junior members of the team. In addition, the account supervisor must demonstrate a commitment and ability to increase technical skills, manage and develop staff, monitor and control budgets, and cultivate new client opportunities. A deep understanding of both digital marketing and media relations is essential. They will work in close partnership with both internal teams and client teams to support and execute strategies throughout campaigns.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain day-to-day client communications and project support, including workflow management and reporting. Role requires close communication and consultation experience with clients at all levels
• Direct strategic and tactical support for client and creative teams
• Help to manage and oversee Account Executives and Coordinators
• Help manage and direct creative teams on deliverables and translate client direction into thorough, actionable creative briefs and project timelines
• Share responsibilities for project estimation, billing, budgeting, and profitability management
• Closely tracks account budgets on a regularly basis and proactively manages necessary budget adjustments
• Lead client presentations through meeting set-up, presentation of key strategies and selling support throughout
• Act as point of contact for clients, organize client calls and meetings, and coordinate submission of deliverables.
• Provide regular updates to internal team and clients on activities and next steps
• Is the voice of the client in internal discussions and the voice of the agency in external discussions
• Day-to-day leadership of direct report(s) to ensure account work is focused and prioritized appropriately
• Assists in the onboarding of new hires and cross-functional team members as the need arises
• Involved in the development and presentation of campaign reports
• Focuses on storytelling as it relates to client business goals

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, or related field (MBA a plus)
• At least 5-7 years of experience in digital marketing
• Communicate with big-picture confidence and attention to detail
• Familiarity with Google Analytics, web reporting platforms and CRMS
• Demonstrates a genuine interest in the client’s business and brand
• Demonstrates a comfort level “pushing back” or having difficult conversations where appropriate
• Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of clients’ industries including notable news and current events
• Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of the advertising industry including trends and best practices
• Is articulate in front of clients regarding the creative, media and digital strategies being recommended and implemented by the agency
• Paid media experience, preferably with hands-on experience managing paid search, programmatic, paid social and site direct partnerships

Do you feel qualified for this position? Email your current resume to jobs@thebelfortgroup.com.

Responsible for assisting in managing all aspects of account work within their dedicated practice as well as performing administrative assignments as needed for the benefit of clients and the firm. The Account Executive (AE) plays a critical role within their practice by managing Account Coordinators and interns, ensuring high quality and accurate work is completed on time. The AE may support 3-4 accounts and/or manage 1-2 accounts independently. Accounts will primarily be within their dedicated practice area, but also may cross other practices based on staffing need.

Essential Responsibilities / Duties:

• Develops and maintains productive relationships with clients, as well as with the editors, reporters, bloggers and influencers with whom he/she will regularly interact
• Demonstrates excellent judgment and ability to solve problems on his/her own.  He/she should be able to develop public relations, marketing and social media strategies and coordinate team efforts to implement them
• Possesses excellent writing and editing skills.  Ability to write to media and other marketing materials as indicated by account supervisor, including press releases, pitch letters, source sheets, social media publishing calendars, program reports and memos. He/she must pay close attention to detail, particularly in editing, and be able to multi-task
• Works with account supervisor to develop and implement program strategies and assist in the writing of public relations plans and conducting media/blogger “pitching.”
• Conducts research, including measuring public relations, integrated marketing and social media results, which includes, among other tasks, compiling press clips, writing media placement and digital analytics reports
• Plans, conducts or supervises the media/blogger relations tasks including pitching efforts, follow-up contact, reporting, campaign fulfillment, etc.
• Assists on administrative assignments for the firm as necessary and as time permits

Technical Skills:

• Must possess excellent writing, editing and communication skills
• Must pay close attention to detail, particularly in editing and reporting
• Must be proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite of products, as well as other internet tools and technologies such as Gmail, SproutSocial, Basecamp and file sharing platforms; internet research and PowerPoint skills are a must

Interpersonal Skills:

Develop and maintain productive relationships with internal and external clients, as well as with the editors, reporters, bloggers and influencers with whom he/she will regularly interact

Requirements:

• BA/BS in Communications/Marketing/Public Relations/Integrated Marketing
• Minimum 2+ years of professional public relations, marketing and/or social media experience, preferably within an agency environment
• Must be proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite of products, as well as other internet tools and technologies such as Gmail, Sprout Social, Basecamp and file sharing platforms; internet research and PowerPoint skills are a must
• Excellent media relations skills
• Excellent writer
• Proven social and digital media expertise
• Creative, strategic thinker
• Strong initiative, leadership skills and work ethic
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communicator
• Ability to work independently and multi-task in a team-oriented environment

Do you feel qualified for this position? Email a current resume and cover letter to jobs@thebelfortgroup.com.

Responsible for assisting in managing all aspects of account work within the BG Strategies Group, which provides comprehensive communications solutions to businesses that want to grow their brand, overcome a crisis, or secure stakeholder support. Through innovative media relations, PR outreach and on-the-ground community engagement, the BG Strategies Group has the experience to work across industries. The account executive would be a key player in performing client project assignments as needed for the benefit of clients and the firm. The Account Executive (AE) plays a critical role within their group by managing Account Coordinators and interns, ensuring high quality and accurate work is completed on time. The AE may support 3-4 accounts and/or manage 1-2 accounts independently.

Essential Responsibilities / Duties:

• Develops and maintains productive relationships with clients, as well as with the editors, reporters, podcasters, and influencers with whom he/she/they will regularly interact
• Demonstrates excellent judgment and ability to solve problems on his/her/their own.
• Develop public relations, marketing and social media strategies and coordinate team efforts to implement them.
• Possesses excellent writing and editing skills.
• Writes to media and other marketing content as indicated by account supervisor, including press releases, pitch letters, media source sheets, social media, content, website content, program reports and client memos.
• Pays close attention to detail, particularly in editing, and be able to multi-task.
• Works with account supervisor/director/group lead to develop and implement program strategies and assist in the writing of reputation management, public relations, and community engagement plans
• Actively engages with reporters, producers, media influencers, tracking related activities and secured coverage.
• Conducts research, including measuring public relations, organic content, and social media results, which includes, among other tasks, compiling coverage reports, writing media placement and campaign reports.
• Plans, conducts, or supervises the media/influencer relations tasks including pitching efforts, follow-up contact, reporting, campaign fulfillment, etc.
• Assists on administrative assignments for the firm as necessary and as time permits.

Desired Skills/Requirements:

• Must possess excellent writing, editing and communication skills.
• Must pay close attention to detail, particularly in editing, reporting and account management.
• Must be proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite of products, as well as other online tools, social media technologies, media database platforms and content sharing platforms.
• Must be able to develop and maintain productive relationships with internal and external clients, as well as with the editors, reporters, media influencers with whom he/she/they will regularly interact.
• Must be collaborative, inquisitive, creative, well-read, and possess a knack for problem solving and thinking through tough challenges.
• Must be willing to learn, challenge themselves and be hungry to obtain new skills for personal and professional growth.
• Must be able to work in a face-paced environment that prioritizes personal growth, nurturing relationships and accountability.
• Must have BA/BS in Communications/Marketing/Public Relations/Integrated Marketing
• Needs at least 2+ years of professional public relations, marketing and/or social media experience, preferably within an agency environment.
• Must have strong initiative, leadership skills and work ethic.
• Needs to have strong attention to detail.
• Must be an excellent written and verbal communicator.
• Has to be able to work independently and multi-task in a team-oriented environment.

Do you feel qualified for this position? Email a current resume and cover letter to Don Martelli, BG President, don@thebelfortgroup.com.

As an Account Coordinator (AC) at the Belfort Group, you are responsible for assisting in implementing and managing all aspects of client account work across the agency as well as performing administrative assignments as needed. AC’s play a critical role within account teams by managing multiple assignments, keeping track of project deliverables, implementing campaign tactics, managing interns and ensuring high quality and accurate work is completed on time. Working at BG means you will enter a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where you will support multiple accounts that have various levels of integrated digital marketing and public relations needs.

Typical Responsibilities and Duties:

• Support the execution of creative, strategic client programs and campaigns
• Drive traditional media relations strategy including thought leadership and expert positioning
• Assist with weekly, biweekly and monthly verbal and written client reporting
• Play a key role in driving and advocating company culture and values
• Monitor clients’ social media presence and draft posts (Facebook, Twitter updates, blogger relations, and more)
• Help plan, assist and manage paid media campaigns (Google Ads, Facebook, HubSpot, etc.)
• Produce strong written documents, including pitches, speaking opportunity abstracts, client communications, etc.
• Actively participate in client/ internal team meetings, offering creative ideas/solutions

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant business experience
• 1+ years of marketing and/or PR experience working with B2B or B2C clients via internships—agency experience a big plus
• A strong passion for media relations, strategy, and storytelling to drive a full pipeline of top-tier, trend and feature stories.
• Interest in marketing and communications for nationally recognized brands
• Skilled writer and editor who can generate grammatically sound communication
• An enthusiastic big-picture thinker with a passion for creative thinking and brainstorming
• Team player who thrives in a compassionate and collaborative culture
• Ability to work independently and multi-task in a fast-moving, dynamic and team-oriented environment
• Ability to work with multiple clients simultaneously
• Excellent organizational skills
• Fast learner with an inquisitive mind and eye for detail
• Confident personality

Benefits of Working at Belfort Group:

• Flexible working environment with availability to work remotely and/or in our Boston-based office as required 
• Early Friday’s all year long 
• Competitive vacation policy 
• Comprehensive health benefits + 401k plan 
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities 
• Fun monthly company outings – Lunch, Wineries/Breweries, BBQ’s – you name it we do it!  
• Downtown Boston office available with full kitchen, break-out areas, gym (membership required) and shared co-working space that includes weekly happy hours, food and events. 
• In the heart of the financial district with easy access to the T, walking distance to the Seaport, Downtown Crossing and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. 

Do you feel qualified for this position? Email a current resume and cover letter to jobs@thebelfortgroup.com.