Vice President, Earned Media (Corporate Advisory)

The Weber Shandwick team is seeking a Vice President of Earned Media with exceptional earned strategy and media relations prowess to support Corporate clients in our Corporate Advisory Practice in Chicago. The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate and brand reputation-building communications, driving executive visibility and thought leadership, and executing earned and integrated media strategy across various corporate sectors.About you: Are you someone who tracks the changes happening in the modern media landscape and has unique experience telling stories for corporate brands and executives? Do you love the thrill of the pitch and building media relationships? If so, read on! We are looking for a highly collaborative, original thinker who is endlessly curious about the intersections of people, companies, culture, and media. We want someone who is able to frame a story, develop succinct insights, and explain what it all means in a compelling way. Come grow your career as part of our leading community of earned media strategists. ResponsibilitiesBuilds and maintains excellent relationships with key corporate, business and trade mediaUnderstands industry landscape/issues that may directly and indirectly impact a clientProactively and reactively crafts and tells compelling stories on behalf of clientsLeads the development of and is responsible for the execution of earned and integrated media programsDevelops strategies/plans and media materialsBrings a client-focused attitude that results in work being performed to the highest quality standardsCounsels and interacts effectively with clients and leaders at client organizationsServes as key team member on client and inter-agency teamsMentors, coaches and develops direct reports and more junior team membersCultivates and participates in new business opportunities and pitches CompetenciesBusiness Acumen– align talent strategies to drive business goalsClient Service– client focus and ability to build trust and rapport across all levelsProactivity – exhibit relentless pursuit for new and innovative talent strategiesCollaboration– build strong relationships at all levels across the organizationCritical Thinking– ask probing questions; anticipate and address critical talent gaps and needsConflict Resolution– possess sound judgment and savvy in navigating and resolving complex talent and organizational issuesBasic Qualifications8+ years of experience. Agency experience preferred.Experience leading projects from start to finish, working with integrated teams across various disciplines.Experience supporting corporate client or in-houseEarned strategy and media relations experience with relevant media relationshipsBachelor's degreeSalary Range: $119,000 - $160,000