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About Irvine Partners:

At Irvine Partners, we craft bespoke communications solutions for global industry leaders. We specialise in blending creative storytelling with strategic digital marketing to elevate brands and achieve impactful results. Our team includes strategic PR experts, award-winning journalists, seasoned copywriters, communication strategists, and digital innovators.

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Account Director to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record in managing high-profile clients across both consumer and business sectors. This role demands a creative and results-driven individual who can develop and execute impactful PR campaigns that generate measurable results. You will be responsible for building strong client relationships, driving positive media coverage, and contributing to the overall growth of the agency.

Key Responsibilities: 

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and oversee the execution of sophisticated, high-impact PR strategies that align with client business objectives and achieve measurable results across Sub-Saharan Africa.

Client Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for high-profile clients, ensuring exceptional service and exceeding client expectations through proactive management and strategic counsel.
  

Team Oversight:

• Lead and mentor account teams, ensuring cohesive and efficient campaign execution while fostering professional growth and development within the team.
  

Media Relations:

• Cultivate and leverage robust relationships with key media contacts and industry influencers to secure high-visibility coverage and drive client success.

Campaign & Strategy Execution:

• Oversee the creation and implementation of innovative PR campaigns, including crisis management, reputation enhancement, and media outreach, tailored to the unique needs of each prestigious client.
  

Performance Analysis:

• Monitor, analyse, and report on campaign performance and media coverage, providing actionable insights and recommendations to optimise strategies and drive results.

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years in PR, with a strong background in managing high-profile accounts across both consumer and business sectors. Extensive experience in high-pressure environments is essential.

• Proven success: Demonstrated success in developing and executing successful PR strategies that deliver substantial, measurable results for prestigious clients.
  
• Communication skills: Superior written and verbal communication skills with a talent for crafting compelling narratives and strategic messaging.
  
• Organisational skills: Exceptional organisational and time management abilities with a proven capability to manage multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously.
  
• Adaptability: Ability to excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, adeptly managing changing priorities and emerging challenges.
  
• Problem-solving: Must possess strong analytical skills to identify issues, develop creative solutions, and implement them efficiently.
  
• Resourcefulness: Should be able to find innovative ways to overcome challenges and achieve goals with limited resources.
• Decision-making: Exhibit good judgment and the ability to make timely decisions, even in high-pressure situations.
• Strategic insight: Deep understanding of media landscapes, emerging trends, and digital platforms, with a strategic mindset for high-pressure client environments.
• Client relationship management: Proven ability to build and maintain robust client relationships based on trust, respect, and strategic partnership.Leadership: Strong leadership qualities with a collaborative approach, a commitment to team development, and the ability to inspire and guide a high-performing team.

Preferred Attributes:

• A passion for storytelling and the ability to create engaging content across various platforms.

• Strong understanding of the media landscape and emerging trends, including digital and social media.

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships based on trust and partnership.

• A collaborative and team-oriented approach with a strong desire to mentor and develop team members.

• A data-driven mindset with the ability to measure campaign performance and optimize strategies accordingly.

About Irvine Partners:

At Irvine Partners, we craft bespoke communications solutions for global industry leaders. We specialise in blending creative storytelling with strategic digital marketing to elevate brands and achieve impactful results. Our team includes strategic PR experts, award-winning journalists, seasoned copywriters, communication strategists, and digital innovators.

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Art Director to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an Art Director with a proven track record in managing high-profile clients across both consumer and business sectors. This role demands a creative and results-driven individual who can develop and execute impactful creative campaigns that generate measurable results. You will be responsible for creative concepts, design work and content creation, collaborating both directly with the client and the internal team.

Key Responsibilities: 

Creative contribution and support:

• Assist in bringing Irvine Partners’ creative vision to life by supporting the development and execution of engaging ideas
• Brainstorm fresh concepts for campaigns, content, and projects, contributing innovative solutions that align with client objectives
• Take ownership of smaller creative tasks and projects, ensuring they meet high-quality standards and deliver measurable results
• Collaborate with the team to explore new ideas and creative approaches that push the boundaries of traditional thinking

 Project and learning:

• Support client projects by creating content, designs, and assets that align with brand guidelines and campaign goals
• Work closely with mid- and senior-level creatives to learn best practices and enhance technical and conceptual skills
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends, emerging tools, and creative techniques, sharing ideas to keep our work innovative
• Participate in research and ideation to uncover insights that inform creative strategies and drive impactful solutions

Collaboration and team engagement:

• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by actively participating in brainstorming sessions and providing thoughtful input
• Assist in preparing presentations, proposals, and client deliverables, ensuring attention to detail and creative flair
• Build positive relationships with teammates, fostering a culture of support and creativity across the team
• Embrace feedback as an opportunity for growth, refining your work to deliver increasingly strong creative solutions

Growth and development:

• Take initiative to expand your skill set, seeking mentorship and learning opportunities to grow within your role
• Show curiosity and a willingness to experiment, contributing bold ideas and learning from their outcomes
• Develop confidence in presenting ideas and taking on challenges, helping to shape the future of Irvine Partners’ creative work

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience
• Proficiency in both Canva and Adobe Creative Suite
• Proven track record of designing, pitching and executing creative projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft compelling narratives
• Strong organisational and time management abilities with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities