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Temporary Account Director Spirits
Job Location:
Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 95000 - 110000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
27 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
24 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
About Us
Established in 1984 Nike Communications is a female-founded creative communications firm specializing in the marketing of prestige brands. We create meaningful connections between some of the worlds most iconic brands and their audiences by utilizing diverse perspectives to develop culturally relevant client campaigns. We believe differences fuel the creative spirit; that by embracing diverse perspectives and cultures innovation can flourish and creativity will shine through in each story we tell.
DEI Statement
Differences fuel the creative spirit.
At Nike Communications we recognize that diversity equity and inclusion are critical components to our success and we are deeply committed to creating a workplace that values and supports the unique talents and perspectives of every individual. We are passionate about building an agency that truly reflects the diversity of our world and we firmly believe that fostering a culture of inclusivity and equity is a fundamental responsibility shared by everyone within our agency.
More About the Role
Join our Spirits team as a TemporaryNew York-based Account Director. This role will be leave coverage spanning from middle of August through end of the year.
Responsibilities
Nike Communications Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
Nike Communications Inc. is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities.
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Established in 1984 Nike Communications is a female-founded creative communications firm specializing in the marketing of prestige brands. We create meaningful connections between some of the worlds most iconic brands and their audiences by utilizing diverse perspectives to develop culturally relevant client campaigns. We believe differences fuel the creative spirit; that by embracing diverse perspectives and cultures innovation can flourish and creativity will shine through in each story we tell.
DEI Statement
Differences fuel the creative spirit.
At Nike Communications we recognize that diversity equity and inclusion are critical components to our success and we are deeply committed to creating a workplace that values and supports the unique talents and perspectives of every individual. We are passionate about building an agency that truly reflects the diversity of our world and we firmly believe that fostering a culture of inclusivity and equity is a fundamental responsibility shared by everyone within our agency.
More About the Role
Join our Spirits team as a TemporaryNew York-based Account Director. This role will be leave coverage spanning from middle of August through end of the year.
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day account management across two Spirits accounts
- Serve as the primary and/or support day-to-day client contact for account
- Manage client communications responding to requests and appropriately delegating work across the junior team
- Lead weekly client status meetings including development of agendas recaps and action items
- Partner with Spirits team Vice President to ensure the team is executing against all plans priorities and KPIs
- Manage account timelines and ensure all deliverables are completed accurately and on time
- Coordinate with the IAT and Influencer teams to ensure seamless execution across workstreams
- Lead execution of upcoming programming across workstreams
- Support planning and execution for events
- Oversee Press Office and Evergreen programming ensuring the team is proactively executing against the plan and KPIs
- Field incoming Sponsorship event inquiries and oversee execution as needed
- Support execution of press strategy for brand tentpole moment and lead the team on media relations outreach and coverage confirmations against event suite hosting and any supplementary sponsorship opportunities
- Develop and manage client deliverables
- Drafting reviewing and finalizing client materials including but not limited to press releases media pitches media lists communications plans messaging documents client presentations meeting agendas and recaps campaign reports and recaps etc.
- Drive proactive media relations
- Oversee and support the team in developing creative pitch angles and identifying timely opportunities to insert brands into relevant cultural conversations
- Manage and delegate daily responsibilities to junior staff
- Meet with Vice President for bi-weekly check-ins to discuss team and account updates and feedback
- Professional Experience: Brings at least fiveyears of full-time experience in public relations and media relations.
- Passion & Industry Knowledge: Genuine enthusiasm and in-depth knowledge of Luxury Lifestyle and/or Entertainment industries with a proven track record of delivering impactful stories across diverse media.
- Build & Maintain Lasting Relationships: Maintains genuine relationships with top media outlets and key freelance writers fostering trust and mutual respect. Your ability to connect with others strengthens our network and enhances our clients reputation.
- Leadership & Event Management Expertise: Exemplifies proficiency in team management and orchestrating events/programs showcasing adept organizational skills and strategic resource allocation.
- Travel Flexibility: Embraces opportunities to travel for work-related events or meetings allowing for engagement and collaboration across diverse settings.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional written verbal and interpersonal communication skills online and in-person. Spanish speaking and writing skills would be a huge plus for this role.
- Media Landscape Mastery: Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the media landscape including print online broadcast and new-media (i.e. podcast) channels enabling effective media outreach and engagement.
- Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion: Embodies the values of diversity equity and inclusion; demonstrates self-awareness cultural competency and the ability to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic workplace showcasing adaptability and resilience.
Nike Communications Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
Nike Communications Inc. is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities.
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Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Nike Communications is a full-service communications agency behind the world’s most revered
and recognizable brands.
