Account Manager / Senior Account Manager / Account Director - New York/Los Angeles

Sutton is seeking an experienced communications professional at the Account Manager, Senior Account Manager, and/or Account Director level to join our team in either New York or Los Angeles.

This full-time role is ideal for a strategic, highly connected communications professional with specific expertise across arts and culture, with a speciality or focus on architecture, design, interiors, luxury products, and/or B2B product communications. The successful candidate will have experience developing and implementing creative, integrated profile-raising campaigns, securing high-level media coverage, executing paid and owned digital strategies, advising high-profile clients, and building strong relationships within the design and luxury landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communications strategies for architecture, design, and luxury clients 


• Manage day-to-day client relationships, ensuring proactive communication, and thoughtful strategic counsel, while meeting all account KPIs 


• Build and maintain strong industry relationships – from journalists, editors, and influencers to brand sponsors, cultural organizations and talent


• Draft and oversee press materials, client updates, reports, and campaign documents


• Secure impactful media coverage and drive product placement across local, national, and international outlets


• Project manage campaigns as well as associated events, press previews, interviews, and other activations as required


• Identify creative opportunities that build brand awareness across all aspects of the comms mix


• Collaborate with team members across Sutton’s offices in the US and across the globe


• Support and mentor junior team members where applicable

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience of at least 4-8 years (depending on level) in integrated communications and marketing, with agency experience as a plus


• Strong background in architecture, design, interiors, luxury products, and/or B2B product placement


• Established media relationships and proven track record securing press coverage


• Experience developing and executing strategic, integrated campaigns for designers, architecture firms, institutions, brands, or luxury clients


• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines in a fast-paced environment


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Based in New York or Los Angeles


• Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply (not a requirement) 

Please note that applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the location and sector experience requirements outlined above.