BarkleyOKRP PR believes that modern consumers are guided and inspired by trusted sources. We believe brands win with stakeholders when they lead with purpose inside their organizations and share relevant stories that build and protect their reputations. From sustainability and culture to marketing ideas and actions, we create integrated ideas and communication strategies that bring a brand's purpose to life. We are searching for someone who is passionate about building relationships with media to create authentic endorsements and content. We desire detail-oriented team members who believe in collaboration and client service.

Responsibilities:

· Serving as PR lead on agency account

· Strategic communication planning and direction

· Client relationship management and counsel

· Event planning and management

· Integrated marketing communications collaboration across the agency

· Crisis and risk management consultation

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience required

· 10+ years public relations experience or related experience and/or training

· Deep agricultural communication experience required specifically in the row and specialty crops space and crop protection

· Knowledge of the ag trade media landscape and contacts

· Experience leading client relationships and accounts

· Experience in developing strategies to secure national and trade media coverage

· Experience in executive interview coaching and training, as well as counsel

· Excellent communication and persuasion skills, both written and oral

· Impeccable attention to detail and stellar organizational skills

· Creative problem solver with strong critical thinking skills

· Familiarity with sustainability practices and trends

We are looking for a short-term, freelance contract Content Creator in our Kansas City office. 

Content Creators are unique hybrid creatives that are experts in content production and the social space. They can produce assets in various forms - primarily vertical video and photography for social media and digital placements. They have the ability to brainstorm ideas, help plan productions and shoot + edit final assets. They are quick thinkers and adaptable to unforeseen situations. Improvisation is a highly valued skill. 

• Concepting and producing original video and photo content for social media including: TikTok, Instagram, Reels, Facebook and others.
• Being a social native. Understanding capabilities within the various social platforms. Must stay on top of trends.
• Learn and police Barkley legal policies regarding social media including intellectual property and popular music.
• Receive and apply feedback from reviews both internal and with clients.
• Produce quickly and efficiently.

• Portfolio or proven experience in content creation for social (reel, portfolio website, links to live content) 
• Proficiency in editing software (Adobe Creative Suite)
• Operates at the speed of culture
• Has social intuition and knows what will and will not work on platforms
• Knows how to shoot quality content on iPhone

(Open to any BarkleyOKRP office location) 

As Director, Legal – Commercial Transactions, you will join our growing legal team with a primary focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating technology and commercial agreements in support of our evolving and growing advertising agency. The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial contracting experience, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to support business teams in complex, fast-paced transactions.

In this role, you will:

· Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of technology and commercial contracts, including subscription agreements, master service agreements, professional services agreements, reseller/distribution arrangements, and confidentiality agreements and data protection agreement.

· Partner with internal stakeholders to facilitate transactions while managing legal risk.

· Provide advice on contract interpretation and dispute resolution, ensuring compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

· Develop and improve contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines to streamline the contracting process.

What We’re Looking For:

· Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admitted in MO or IL.

· Minimum of 7-10 years relevant experience, including at least 3 years directly focused on drafting and negotiating technology and commercial agreements.

· Strong knowledge and familiarity with contract law and commercial transactions, intellectual property issues in technology licensing and services agreements.

· Experience supporting enterprise technology or digital transformation initiatives.

· Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, privacy and data protection.

· Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to balance legal and business considerations.

· Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.

Who you are:

· You have a genuine interest in learning about the ever-evolving world of advertising.

· You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are a self-starter, able to prioritize effectively and work both independently and as part of a growing team.

· You possess a willingness to be flexible and proactive in solving complex challenges, with a proven track record of understanding business needs and finding creative solutions.

· Contribute to the legal team’s ongoing efforts to build, improve and operationalize internal processes, workflows, best practices, and commercial templates.

(Open to any BarkleyOKRP office location)

As VP, Legal – Commercial Transactions, you will join our growing legal team with a primary focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating technology and commercial agreements in support of our evolving and growing advertising agency. The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial contracting experience, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to support business teams in complex, fast-paced transactions.

In this role, you will:

· Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of technology and commercial contracts, including subscription agreements, master service agreements, professional services agreements, reseller/distribution arrangements, and confidentiality agreements and data protection agreement.

· Partner with internal stakeholders to facilitate transactions while managing legal risk.

· Provide advice on contract interpretation and dispute resolution, ensuring compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

· Develop and improve contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines to streamline the contracting process.

What We’re Looking For:

· Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admitted in MO or IL.

· Minimum of 10+ years relevant experience, including at least 3 years directly focused on drafting and negotiating technology and commercial agreements.

· Strong knowledge and familiarity with contract law and commercial transactions, intellectual property issues in technology licensing and services agreements.

· Experience supporting enterprise technology or digital transformation initiatives.

· Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, privacy and data protection.

· Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to balance legal and business considerations.

· Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.

Who you are:

· You have a genuine interest in learning about the ever-evolving world of advertising.

· You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are a self-starter, able to prioritize effectively and work both independently and as part of a growing team.

· You possess a willingness to be flexible and proactive in solving complex challenges, with a proven track record of understanding business needs and finding creative solutions.

· Contribute to the legal team’s ongoing efforts to build, improve and operationalize internal processes, workflows, best practices, and commercial templates.

Looking for a bilingual Sr. Copywriter to join our Chicago or NY creative team. Ultimately, we need a Sr. Team, so partners are welcome! 

This role requires the ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish to provide support to our diverse customer and client base. Candidates must demonstrate fluency in both languages.

To land this gig, you'll need experience concepting projects big and small and must be able to bring a desire to make things just crazy enough to work for a variety of national brands.

In addition to coming up with great ideas, we also like our writers to be able to write! So show us clever headlines, sharp copy, poetry night side projects, witty Yelp reviews, etc. 

Seniors are creatives who have mastered their individual areas of craft. They can write headlines, create comps, build a verbal and visual vocabulary for any idea, and deliver on briefs consistently. But the thing that makes them seniors is that they create IDEAS that make their team, the department, and the world jealous. 

They are idea machines. And their craft is superb. They bring new, interesting ideas to the table every day and have a finger on the pulse of culture

Must be able to submit an online portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be based out of our Chicago or NYC office in a hybrid schedule / will provide relocation assistance to candidates interested in moving to either area.
• Gain a thorough understanding of the client's business and industry.
• Develop creative strategies and ideas that are innovative and that sell.
• Concept and execute advertising consistent with the agreed-upon strategy.
• Develop original visual concepts.
• Seek out and work with outside suppliers (photographers, illustrators, etc.) and work closely with video and print productions to accurately estimate and produce work.
• Under the direction of the Creative Director, see all work through completion on time and on budget.
• Work productively and harmoniously as a teammate with Copywriters and Producers who share responsibility on a given product.
• Present creative materials to clients, as needed.
• Review proofs, rough cuts, etc. for accuracy before final production.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in Spanish and English required
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and provide marketable solutions in conceiving, developing, and producing tactics.
• Broadcast production experience
• Bachelor's degree or industry equivalent years of experience required
• 4 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

The annual gross base salary range is $75,000 - $110,000 USD, depending on location and experience. This range represents the anticipated target salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and geographic location. Salary is one component of BarkleyOKRP's total compensation package, which includes multiple health insurance options, flexible PTO, life insurance, and 401K.

Looking for a bilingual Senior Art Director to join our Chicago or NY creative team. Ultimately, we need a Sr. Team, so partners are welcome! 

This role requires the ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish to provide support to our diverse customer and client base. Candidates must demonstrate fluency in both languages.

To land this gig, you'll need experience concepting projects big and small and must be able to bring a desire to make things just crazy enough to work for a variety of national brands.

Must be able to submit an online portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be based out of our Chicago or NYC office in a hybrid schedule / will provide relocation assistance to candidates interested in moving to either area.
• Gain a thorough understanding of the client's business and industry.
• Develop creative strategies and ideas that are innovative and that sell.
• Concept and execute advertising consistent with the agreed-upon strategy.
• Develop original visual concepts.
• Seek out and work with outside suppliers (photographers, illustrators, etc.) and work closely with video and print productions to accurately estimate and produce work.
• Under the direction of the Creative Director, see all work through completion on time and on budget.
• Work productively and harmoniously as a teammate with Copywriters and Producers who share responsibility on a given product.
• Present creative materials to clients, as needed.
• Review proofs, rough cuts, etc. for accuracy before final production.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in Spanish and English required
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and provide marketable solutions in conceiving, developing, and producing tactics.
• Broadcast production experience
• Bachelor's degree or industry equivalent years of experience required
• 4 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

The annual gross base salary range is $75,000 - $110,000 USD, depending on location and experience. This range represents the anticipated target salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and geographic location. Salary is one component of BarkleyOKRP's total compensation package, which includes multiple health insurance options, flexible PTO, life insurance, and 401K.

The SVP, Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations and financial reporting for the agency. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across financial processes while supporting leadership with clear insights into agency performance, client profitability, and cash flow. The ideal candidate understands the nuances of media and advertising finance, including client billing, media payables, and accounting for various types of revenue streams, including project-based, retainer, commission and technology fees. Reports to the CFO and will have direct reports.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Financial Management

· Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close

· Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP

· Partner with Legal and Client Finance to review client contractual terms and scopes of work to ensure appropriate accounting of revenue recognition methodology

· Ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition, including client retainers, project-based fees, and media commissions

· Responsible for managing the month-end closing activities, including variance analysis and monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.

· Ensure accruals/reserves are sufficient and review of spend for correctness and appropriateness of classification.

· Oversee and manage the balance sheet, including account reconciliations. Monitor risks associated with ageing balances for A/R, A/P, unbilled media and other key accounts. Advise of provision requirements as necessary.

· Oversee client billing processes, including media billing, pass-through costs, and reconciliations

· Ensure compliance with match pay and sequential liability

· Manage and track cash balances, including reconciliation of client and agency cash balances on a monthly basis

· Work closely with Human Resources to ensure payroll and benefits are accurate and paid timely.

Compliance & Controls

· Develop and implement policies/procedures in support of and consistent with Company Objectives.

· Maintain and improve internal controls to safeguard company assets

· Ensure compliance with tax filings, audits, and regulatory requirements

· Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners

· Manage annual audit with external audit firm

· Responsible for maintaining a relationship with the Company’s lending bank, including the management and review quarterly bank covenant calculations

Systems & Process Improvement

· Own and optimize financial systems and tools (ERP, billing systems, time tracking, etc.)

· Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of financial processes

· Support system implementations or upgrades as the agency grows

Leadership & Collaboration

· Manage and mentor accounting staff, fostering a high-performing finance team

· Collaborate closely with leadership, operations, media, and client service teams

· Act as a trusted financial advisor to senior leadership

Required Skills/Abilities

· Excellent verbal, and written communications skills

· Ability to work in a fast pace, high energy environment to support our growing business

· Experience scaling finance operations in a growing organization

· Possesses a strong work ethic and initiative with a mindset of accountability and ownership

· Ability to solve problems and handle complex details

· Independent judgment and takes initiative in absence of specific directions

· Proficient in various accounting, financial and MRP/ERP software use

· Familiarity with media buying platforms such as Mediaocean and Strata

Education and Experience

· Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration; Master’s or MBA preferred

· Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designations a plus

· 10+ years cost/managerial accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, with advertising experience preferable