Account Executive – PR

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee daily operations and deliverables for various client accounts.

• Assist with media relations, opportunities for speaking engagements, awards, social media efforts, and content creation initiatives.

• Take ownership of designated account programs or workstreams, including awards, speaking engagements, or social media activities.

• Track industry and client news to spot timely PR opportunities and make recommendations.

• Perform targeted outreach to trade, industry, vertical, and technology media outlets.

• Compose media pitches and outreach emails.

• Create and edit press releases, blog entries, social media content, contributed articles, and various PR materials.

• Monitor media coverage and assist in tracking, reporting, and preparing client recaps.

• Enhance understanding of clients' businesses, sectors, and communication objectives.

• Engage in client meetings, manage agenda items, and provide updates on assigned tasks.

• Keep detailed meeting notes, action items, and follow-up protocols.

• Collaborate with Senior Account Executives, Account Managers, and Account Directors to implement PR strategies effectively.

• Relay priorities, challenges, and workload requirements to the account team.

• Assist in new business initiatives through prospect research, competitive analysis, measurement, and briefing documents.

• Offer insights, research, and examples for pitches and proposals.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in PR, communications, or a related field.

• Experience with B2B clients is strongly preferred, especially in technology or other complex sectors.

• Familiarity with media relations and pitching strategies.

• Ability to identify relevant reporters and media outlets.

• Excellent writing and editing capabilities across pitches, press releases, blog posts, social media content, and contributed articles.

• Capability to comprehend feedback and implement edits accurately.

• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Proficient in managing multiple accounts, deadlines, and shifting priorities.

• Comfortable participating in client meetings and communicating effectively with clients and internal teams.

• Inquisitive and proactive, with a desire to expand knowledge of clients' industries and the media landscape.

• Collaborative work approach and willingness to ask questions, seek feedback, and enhance PR skills.

• A bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, or a related field is advantageous.

• Must be eligible to work in the US without requiring visa sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible paid time off (PTO).

• Summer Fridays.

• Paid parental leave for up to 16 weeks for birthing parents.

• Office closure from Christmas to New Year’s.

• Comprehensive medical benefits package.

• Complimentary premium access to the Calm app.

• 401(k) plan with a 3% company contribution (US Only).

• Life insurance coverage.

• Long-term disability insurance.

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.

• Professional development fund of $500.

• Continuous learning opportunities.

• Company-provided laptop and accessories.

• Monthly stipend for Wi-Fi and cell phone expenses.

• Access to ChatGPT Enterprise.

• Exclusive discounts available through Perkopolis.