Account Executive, Earned

New York City, NY (Remote)

$55K/yr – $65K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

Job Summary

Own and drive earned media programs across media relations, awards, and events while leading project plans, budget oversight, and cross-team collaboration. You will craft pitches, develop story angles, manage outreach, and integrate AI tools to elevate drafting, reporting, and research, with a focus on consumer goods PR and dynamic tech adoption.

  • Lead multi-account campaigns and ensure milestone delivery
  • Experiment with AI-enabled storytelling and automation
  • Build strong journalist relationships and new editorial leads

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Media Relations: - Curate and oversee comprehensive databases for media contacts - Discover fresh editorial leads and freelance talent utilizing Substacks and platforms like Qwoted - Compose and distribute compelling pitches, alerts, and releases while monitoring for earned placements - Generate innovative story angles designed to capture interest from major national publications - Take the lead on specialized affiliate and commerce-focused outreach efforts - Organize press interviews and craft detailed briefing materials for brand spokespeople - Cultivate meaningful professional ties with influential journalists and content creators - Stay updated on industry shifts and track competitor visibility daily Awards: - Oversee client recognition programs through meticulous research, strategic advice, and deadline management Project Management: - Assume responsibility for campaign timelines, ensuring all account milestones are achieved successfully - Develop project roadmaps, establishing key goals while identifying potential bottlenecks early on - Monitor budgets and team duties, providing consistent updates to internal stakeholders and clients - Leverage organizational tools such as Monday or Asana to maintain workflow transparency - Facilitate collaboration across various teams to guarantee seamless execution of all deliverables Technology & AI: - Integrate AI technologies like Claude or ChatGPT to enhance drafting, reporting, and research - Evaluate and implement emerging software solutions, educating the broader team on best practices - Identify technical opportunities to automate routine chores and elevate the standard of output Events / Activations: - Support the conceptualization and launch of virtual or in-person press events.

Requirements

  • Based in the NYC/New Jersey Tri State Area.
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of PR agency experience in the consumer goods industry.
  • Demonstrated project management experience managing timelines, deliverables, and multiple accounts at once.
  • Comfortable using AI tools day to day, with examples of how you've used them.
  • A real willingness to try new technologies and adopt new tools quickly.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • A proactive, self-starter attitude with a passion for staying ahead of trends.

Benefits

  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid time off between Christmas and New Year's
  • Fabulous Fridays — office closes at 3 pm!
  • 401K with a 3% company match - immediately vested
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Medical and Dependent Care FSA
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Company-Paid Long Term Disability
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Brilliant

Brilliant is not just our name—it’s our standard.Since 2008, we’ve been building brands, launching category-firsts, and turning creative ambition into measurable results. We’re a full-service performance agency—but more than that, we’re your strategic partners, creative firepower, and competitive edge.From breakthrough brand storytelling to global influencer strategy, we move fast, think big, and execute with precision.We don’t just collaborate—we plug right in.Expect a team that’s organized, proactive, and genuinely invested in your success. We bring clarity, performance marketing expertise, and personality-hire energy to everything we do.Big ideas. Bold strategy. That’s Brilliant.

Founded in 2008
Scottsdale, Arizona, USA
51 employees (29 in marketing)

Salaries

Posted range

$55K/yr – $65K/yr

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
28 (55% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
4

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
2K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
31.8%
Direct
45.2%
Referral
5.6%
Social
16%
Paid
1.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~51
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Account Executive, Earned

Brilliant · New York City, NY · Remote