Senior Manager, Earned Media

Omnicom

. Serve as a key team leader across multiple client accounts, managing day-to-day relationships, projects and integrated communications programs .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in corporate communications and public relations, with a strong focus on client relationship management, strategic counsel, and earned media success. Proven ability to lead integrated communications projects and mentor junior team members while navigating complex reputational issues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Corporate CommunicationsPublic RelationsClient Relationship ManagementEarned Media CoverageIntegrated Communications Projects

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Messaging DevelopmentMedia StrategyPress Release WritingPitch DevelopmentExecutive CommunicationIssues ManagementStory Opportunity IdentificationMedia MonitoringProject ManagementStrategic Recommendations

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationRelationship-BuildingSound JudgmentIntellectual Curiosity

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in CommunicationsBachelor's Degree in Journalism

Industry Keywords

Corporate ReputationExecutive VisibilityThought LeadershipReputational RisksEmerging Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a key team leader across multiple client accounts, managing day-to-day relationships, projects and integrated communications programs
Provide strategic client counsel and recommendations on corporate reputation, executive visibility, thought leadership and issues management
Develop messaging documents, media strategies, press releases, pitch notes, executive talking points, bylined articles and proposals
Execute integrated corporate communications strategies based on business priorities and stakeholder insights
Identify and develop timely story opportunities targeting national, business and trade media
Lead earned media efforts, leverage reporter relationships, develop pitches and secure coverage
Monitor the evolving media landscape, business trends and reputational issues
Manage and mentor junior team members
Lead client meetings and presentations with senior stakeholders
Identify emerging trends, reputational risks and relationship-growth opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–7 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations or a related field
Agency experience preferred
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism or a related discipline
Proven success managing client relationships
Proven success leading integrated communications projects
Proven success securing earned media coverage
Proven success managing junior team members
Experience supporting corporate reputation, executive communications, issues management or clients in complex and highly scrutinized industries is a plus
Strong reporter relationships and proven ability to deliver earned media results
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to distill complex topics into compelling narratives
Strong client management and relationship-building abilities
Ability to work effectively across integrated teams
Sound judgment, intellectual curiosity and strategic recommendation skills
Sound business and professional ethics

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Minimum three days per week in the office, unless additional in-office days are directed
Inclusive team environment
Equal employment opportunities