Public Relations Account Executive at Kucerak + Co | New York, USA

Kucerak + Co

Public Relations Account Executive

New York, USA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead client PR programs and day-to-day campaign delivery for fashion and lifestyle clients.

Must-have: 2–4+ years PR experience with agency background and strong writing.
Standout: Established media relationships in fashion/lifestyle and proactive pitching to national and regional outlets.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day communication with clients; ensure timely delivery of projects; proactively address project gaps and assist as needed; attend and coordinate internal and client-facing meetings and provide actionable next steps
Participate in the brainstorming of strategic campaign ideas, initiatives, and activities for clients
Lead, execute and manage multiple client initiatives– anticipate challenges and ensure deadlines are met
Ensure client requests are fulfilled, delivered on time and are value-producing
Develop and distribute PR materials including but not limited to; press releases, media alerts, founder bios, PR strategy and proposals
Provide thoughtful insight and feedback for all client deliverables (i.e. proofreading, fact-checking, competitive research, etc.)
Lead proactive and opportunistic pitching to market and trade media; develop and expand relationships with key editors.
Secure coverage in national and regional media across print, digital, broadcast and podcast verticals
Create PR materials, including press releases, bios, media alerts, pitches and other documents; edit writing and other assignments tasked to junior-level staffers; conduct background research as needed to deliver accurate media-ready assets.
Proactively network and build relationships with media, influencers and industry tastemakers

Requirements

2- 4+ years' of relevant PR experience (agency experience is strongly preferred)
Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Strong writer with a sharp eye for detail, tone, and storytelling
A self-starter who can work both independently and in a high energy, team-oriented atmosphere
Established relationships with media contacts in the Fashion and Lifestyle space
Proven track record of market and feature placements
Interested in design, fashion, lifestyle, culture, or creative industries
You are a game changer; think outside the box; get the job done; always go above and beyond the expected.

Benefits

Work closely with a small, senior-led team
Exposure to high-profile, creative clients and top-tier media
A collaborative, fast-paced boutique environment
Clear opportunity for growth, responsibility, and skill development

Kucerak + Co

K+Co is a full-service marketing and communications agency with a strong emphasis on public relations, strategic imaging and branding. While we offer a qualified scope of services, at the heart of it, we are a true boutique agency that delivers detailed and personalized attention to each client we represent. The agency’s founder, Lauren Kucerak, is a veteran within the industry, with over 18 years of experience in the fields of fashion, entertainment, lifestyle, health and wellness, celebrity, not-for-profit and talent relations. This experience has allowed the team to build impeccable relationships with a comprehensive network of national and regional media including print editorial, electronic, digital and social media. Uniquely, our contacts extend beyond the traditional public relations capacity and include talent agents, managers, producers, stylists, and publicists. K+Co is adept at offering a full range of services for a variety of special events, including fashion shows, editor presentations, product launches and not for profit organizations. We provide clients with a personalized commitment to understanding their objectives and executing their event and publicity needs. We offer clients a strategic, creative and original approach to cultivating brand building and awareness with the media, consumers and trendsetters while maintaining the highest level of integrity and discretion. We strive to be involved in every aspect of our clients business and guarantee individualized attention in an effort to maximize their goals.

Founded in 2013

New York, New York, USA

8 employees (1 in marketing)

www.kucerakandco.com