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Overview

Do you have a passion for food and working across the food and agriculture value chain? Do you like learning about how food and agriculture connect to sustainably feed the world? Are you energized by integrated communications? If so, FleishmanHillard Kansas City, one of the firm’s hubs for food and agribusiness has a role for you!

FleishmanHillard is a global integrated communications agency delivering transformational outcomes for some of the world’s biggest brands. This is an exciting career opportunity for an Integrated Communications specialist to work in a fast-paced B2B2C environment on local, regional, national and global food, nutrition and agriculture clients. The Senior Account Executive plays a pivotal role in managing and executing integrated marketing campaigns. Excellent writing and media relations skills including a strong aptitude with social media are a plus.

FleishmanHillard is intentional about using diversity, equity, and inclusion to strengthen the bonds between us, grow our people and create spaces for everyone to thrive. Staying true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work, we do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. As part of our ongoing effort to be the world’s most inclusive agency, we are committed to seeking candidates who possess and demonstrate a profound interest in furthering our DE&I goals.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day logistics for the account team by driving and implementing integrated marketing strategies for a variety of clients in the food and agriculture spaces.

• Develop and edit high-quality written materials for and correspondence with external audiences: third-party organizations, industry and nutrition influencers, media, client partners.

• Support development and implementation of project plans, tactics and ideas that can be presented to the clients to support their products and initiatives.

• Plan, develop and publish editorial calendars using social media software tools. Prepare results reports for social media campaigns.

• Plan and execute trade and customer events, including on-site activities, customer meetings, and activities and key opinion leader networking.

• Plan and conduct media outreach — development of media lists, writing, pitches, and tracking results.

• Develop and monitor programs to ensure on-time, high-quality client deliverables, report status to client and agency management on a regular basis.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience gained in public relations, journalism, marketing or a similar field.

• Degree in agriculture, food/nutrition/dietetics, strategic communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or related field.

• A food, nutrition or agricultural background and understanding of agribusiness and food practices and issues is preferred.

• Versatile, persuasive writing skills and experience developing high-quality written materials, including communications plans, client correspondence, and media communications.

• Demonstrated experience in executing results-oriented integrated marketing programs and providing high-quality service to demanding clients.

• Strong presentation skills with the ability to interact with clients on a day-to-day basis.

• Enjoys brainstorming and strategic planning.

• Works effectively within a team, demonstrates proactive communication, problem-solving skills.

• Adaptable; has the ability to change priorities against changing client and team needs.

• Committed to cultivating diverse teams and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Our Story

We’re more motivated by what we can give than what we receive. That holds true for our colleagues, clients and communities across cultures and time zones. We believe giving our best is only possible in an environment that empowers us to truly be our best, so we focus on creating belonging for all and caring for the whole person. Because when you belong and have what you need to thrive — both at work and in life — you’re free to be you. To pursue your dreams and passions. To be bold and try new things, in the name of personal and professional growth and of work that leads to meaningful progress for the world. So, we respect and support one another amid differences and we acknowledge and celebrate who each of us is. We accept that we don't all have to have the same perspectives, beliefs, background or experiences to do great things together. A combination of our employee experience, industry-leading client work, global community service and contributions to inclusion has earned FleishmanHillard recognition as 2021, 2022 and 2023 Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year; 2023 ICCO Large Agency of the Year – The Americas; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Agency of the Year; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Extra-Large Agency of the Year; 2023 Campaign US PR Agency of the Year; 2021 PRovoke APAC Consultancy of the Year; and 2021 PRWeek UK Large Consultancy of the Year. FleishmanHillard is part of Omnicom PR Group and has nearly 80 offices in more than 30 countries, plus affiliates in 45 countries.

FleishmanHillard offers a hybrid work model and seeks employees who are comfortable working in the office for a portion of their week, in accordance with their local office hybrid work policy. We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide, but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees’ lives. We acknowledge that our people are diverse individuals with unique circumstances and needs, and therefore our goal is to foster a productive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, both in and out of the office.

FleishmanHillard is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws. Please do not contact the office directly to apply – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. If you need assistance reviewing career opportunities or completing an application, please email our careers team (careers@fleishman.com) or call 314-982-1700 and ask to be connected to Talent Development.

The anticipated U.S. salary range for this position is $58,000 – $82,000.

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications and geography. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off and/or other benefits also are available.