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Open Position: Climate Tech Account Manager/Director

Ready to take on a high level of responsibility while working in a flexible, collaborative team environment? 3Points is a growing boutique PR firm with expertise in the Chicago tech and fintech spaces. As we build our growing climate tech client roster into its own practice, we’re looking for self-starters who have strong communication skills, are dedicated to client service, and will positively contribute to our culture.

Job Description

We’re looking to hire someone who brings media relations and client management experience to become a valuable part of our team on the growing climate tech side of our business. Experience with tech startups, especially in the sustainability space, is preferred. You will be responsible for maintaining relationships with various clients day-to-day, while developing strategies to achieve their PR goals.

Responsibilities include:

  • Facilitating and leading client projects and meetings

  • Performing media relations work for clients, including:

    • Pitching reporters and publications to secure earned media coverage

    • Coordinating press releases and client announcements

    • Reviewing and preparing interview prep documents

    • Serving as liaison between reporters and clients

    • Overseeing vetting process and preparation for events and speaking engagements

    • Managing award submissions

    • Maintaining media lists

  • Managing clients’ social media accounts

  • Managing climate tech’s account coordinator and intern

  • Working on projects with the team’s content strategist as needed

  • Brainstorming content ideas and assisting in developing blog posts, case studies, infographics, etc.

  • Assisting in the company’s business development efforts

Preferred Qualifications

3Points is a boutique agency and it’s imperative that each team member be adaptable. We ask for applicants to be committed, driven, and hardworking individuals who are willing to take initiative and responsibility no matter the task.

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  • 3-5 years’ experience in PR, social media, marketing, or other related roles

  • Experience with and an interest in tech startups and sustainability

  • Experience in managing/leading specific projects or campaigns for clients

  • An appetite to learn new skills and an entrepreneurial mindset

  • An interest in attending industry events on behalf of 3Points and our clients, which may include domestic or international travel

  • Experience in content creation and/or graphic design

  • Familiarity with Google Apps (Gmail, Docs, Calendar, Sheets, Analytics, etc.)

  • A solid understanding of social media platforms—including Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, Reddit, Instagram, forums, and wikis, among others

  • Available to start Spring (preferred) or Summer 2022

Why 3Points:

At 3Points, you will work with some of the leading voices in the climate tech community, and you will have opportunities to learn
(and utilize) a wide range of PR and communications skills. You will not only be responsible for client initiatives, but you’ll have the ability to help shape our company and your own role as well. Our size allows us to stay flexible and create a tight-knit team environment, but we’re proud to offer “big company” benefits, such as:

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  • Generous and flexible time off and work-from-home policy

  • 401k program

  • Health insurance (including dental/vision)

  • Monthly transit stipend

  • Professional development stipend for eligible employees

  • Potential opportunity to participate in employee shareholder program

To Apply:

Well-suited applicants may apply for the position by submitting a cover letter and resumé to info@3ptscomm.com.

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