Account Manager, Media & Entertainment

Los Angeles, CA
Communications – Corporate Communications /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis is proud to represent clients across many industries including entertainment, social good, tech and lifestyle and we tell their stories through a variety of mediums.  We know that even during the toughest times, our responsibility to our clients and each other can bring meaningful and long-lasting impact for those affected the most. We’re proud of each and every campaign we execute, but you may be wondering why we don’t have more than a landing page as our website. While many of our clients are household names (you know them, we’re sure of it), our digital footprint is purposefully small. We fly under the radar and we like it that way.
 
If you are fired up and ready to do good, join us! 

We have an immediate opening for an Account Manager in our Los Angeles Office. You’ve been doing this for a bit (about 5-6 years or so) and are looking for your next challenge and opportunity. This is a role for someone who has a specific interest in the business of entertainment and experience with production companies, studios, media companies, and start-ups. You have Deadline, Variety, and Los Angeles Times bookmarked on your browser. If you know your way around a casting announcement or love getting the word out about funding news, you're it for us!

Account Managers are comfortable managing a small to medium sized account and sometimes larger accounts as the primary point person for the client but still needs someone senior for gut checking, oversight, setting the strategy, and high-level client meetings.  They may lead and project manage a portion of larger accounts or lead smaller accounts.
 
They are proficient at understanding integrated communications and know how to get results, exceed client expectations, think creatively for a client, ensure the client and internal team are happy (both are equally important). 

Responsibilities include:

    • Drafting, developing, and executing strategic communications plans across consumer, business, and trade media.
    • Conducting research, flagging relevant news updates for teams/clients.
    • Crafting press releases and pitches, talking points, blogs, fact sheets, briefing notes, and client correspondence.
    • Promoting executives through panels, speaking engagements, awards, and commentary opportunities.
    • Planning and executing media-specific events.
    • Partnering with senior managers on achieving deliverables for a full roster of clients (average of 4-6).
    • Developing an impactful and trusting relationship with clients.
    • Managing media contact lists to build relationships with new publications and media contacts.
    • Participating in new business meetings, creating proposals as needed.
    • Proactively mentor and teach junior team members on account teams (really important for us)
    • Regularly bringing new opportunities for clients – media meetings, key introductions, etc.
    • Working with senior management to respond to client requests in an efficient manner.

You Should Apply If

    • You have about 5-6 years of experience in communications for entertainment or media brands.
    • You are eager and understand all aspects of integrated communications (media relations, social media, creative, brand integration, talent integration)
    • You are a strong writer – persuasive, concise, creative, and quick!
    • You have a growing list of relationships with media across a variety of verticals and know how to leverage those relationships to secure impactful media opportunities.
    • You are a strategic thinker, bring new ideas to the table, and love a good brainstorm.
    • You have strong decision-making abilities and accountability; this is an important role, own it!
    • You have great judgment and can make "the call" as needed.
    • You have an innate curiosity and an entrepreneurial spirit.
    • You are incredibly organized, detail oriented and able to excel at managing multiple projects simultaneously
    • You’re willing to work select evenings, weekends and travel
    • You’re understanding of social media and influencer marketing is beyond belief, and you can prove your experience activating social and influencer marketing on behalf of client brands.
    • You enjoy overdelivering rather than meeting expectations and take genuine pride in being part of something good.

You don't HAVE to have this, but it sure would be nice:

    • Advertising, gaming, and VR experience would be such a coup!
    • You have an interest in progressive causes and campaigns
    • Previous experience using media research tools like Cision
Benefits x Perks
We go well beyond the benefits that you’re looking for like medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with matching, annual merit-based bonuses, PTO, fertility, FSA for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses. Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis offers those benefits and many perks including, a flexible work schedule, Work from Anywhere program, Summer Fridays, Wellness Days, and a 4-week sabbatical or trip to celebrate select anniversaries. We love to socialize so, we have collaborative workspaces, some offices even have rooftops, celebrations, networking opportunities, and community volunteering. We frequently mark opportunities to listen, learn and act throughout the year (Juneteenth, Election Day, International Women’s Day, etc.).
 
SSM&L is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and ability. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, identity and expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
 
There’s more!
From day one, employees are carefully matched with a mentor to guide them on their path to success. Training and mentoring are a big deal here and since we are into promoting from within, we make sure to provide more than enough tools for you to learn and grow. We are proud to offer training throughout the year on topics for professional growth as well as personal growth. We have also developed a series of teaching workshops that are structured for each level of the company. Sunshiners also take love to take advantage of the monthly Meet the Media series where media contacts provide valuable insider info for pitching them and their colleagues.