Associate Director - Lifestyle Division

EVINS is an award-winning branding, marketing and communications agency, specializing in the development of integrated multi-platform programs and campaigns for icon, legacy and luxury brands.

The Associate Director (AD) of the Lifestyle Group will be responsible for strategy development, brand building with specific focus on new business, and senior level media relations. The AD will have responsibility for account profitability, division development, quality of account service and employee engagement. They will be responsible for managing overall account team performance as it relates to client service and quality control on multiple sizeable pieces of business.

• Ideate and execute strategic media and business plans
• Identify and forge relationships with relevant strategic partners
• Oversee event execution and budgets in line with client platforms
• Oversee core message development for brand platforms
• Serve as a day-to-day contact for clients
• Cultivate relationships with top-tier consumer, business and trade press
• Set up media tours and press events
• Secure press meetings for clients
• Develop and manage comprehensive media databases for clients
• Identify and draft opportunities for clients
• Participate in new business proposals and presentations
• Manage the team
• Draft and proofread press releases
• Monitor and identify trends/hot topics on a daily basis and apply them to client needs and programming

• 8 Years of Agency Food, Wine & Spirits Experience / Special Emphasis in Lifestyle brands
• Dynamic & Extroverted Entrepreneur / Self-Starter / Self-Manager
• Team Coach / Team Player
• Proven Management & Leadership Skills
• Established Senior Level Media and Industry Contacts
• Exceptional Written & Oral Communications Skills
• Extensive Knowledge of Luxury & Prestige Market Sectors
• Practical Knowledge of Social Media Tools and Tactics
• Ability to Travel
• Bachelor’s Degree