Account Director @ global climate-tech agency

Mission Control Communications (mc²) is an award-winning climate-tech communications agency, charting new frontiers in clean energy, electric mobility, renewable resources, space and beyond. Our amazing clients run the gamut from transportation and aviation startups to food-tech pioneers and sustainably focused venture capitalists. We’re a nimble, creative team developing incredible content and communications campaigns that attract capital, customers and mindshare for our clients. 

We’re looking for an account director and master storyteller who thrives on developing strong media relationships with top-tier publications. Working hand-in-hand with the CEOs, CTOs and innovators who are changing the global resources landscape, you’ll lead the development of strategic messaging, content and media strategies that will bring lasting impact and results. With a strategic eye, inspiration and depth to your communications craft, you will play a pivotal role in evangelizing social good alternatives to disrupt outdated sectors and ultimately create the world we want to live in. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the overall and daily vision for accounts and serve as a key client contact
• Strategize and define clients’ campaign goals and messages 
• Build and execute on outreach strategies 
• Create original written content across a wide range of communication channels 
• Drive creative media engagement campaigns, including earned, paid and social
• Spearhead media, analyst and thought leadership programs
• Participate in new business development 
• Support the continued development of junior staff at the agency

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of public relations experience with a strong agency background
• 3+ years of direct supervisory experience in managing teams
• Prior experience working with B2B companies in clean energy, sustainability, mobility, infrastructure, space, etc. 
• Ability to transform technical proof points into compelling stories
• Ability to thrive in small, collaborative teams
• Proven track record in understanding the global media landscape and securing top-tier media interest 
• Self-starter who is detail-oriented, highly organized and able to juggle tight deadlines 
• Bonus: experience with social media, analytics and marketing campaigns  

BENEFITS & PERKS

• 15 days of PTO to start, along with a paid break between Christmas and New Year’s Day 
• Observance of national holidays, including Juneteenth
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Retirement 401(k) with matching
• Home office stipend
• Remote work flexibility
• Career development and training opportunities
• Working alongside some of the world’s most innovative companies!

mc2 is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.