Account Executive

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of client programs and developing high-quality content.
• Day-to-day client contact on some accounts; attending and developing meeting minutes.
• Providing timely and clear reporting and monitoring (for clients, as well as industry-specific trend spotting and issues forecasting).
• Day-to-day account coordination.
• Drafts press releases, bylines, creative pitches, event/launch strategy docs, and other client communications.
• Build and maintain media relationships; consistently secure high-quality 15+ media placements per month.
• On-site event support and execution (in LA, OC, sometimes nationally).
• Supporting social media and influencer campaigns.
• Provides junior staff with guidance, learning opportunities, and project delegation.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (communications, liberal arts, business or marketing focus preferred)
• Understands the evolution of PR in a digital-first world and stays on the pulse of media landscapes, newsroom agendas, and cultural moments.
• Proven ability to develop brand and category relevant story angles, pitch media, and secure earned coverage across lifestyle, CPG, and commerce outlets.
• Exceptional writing skills across pitches, press materials, and client communications with speed and accuracy.
• Confidence serving as a day-to-day client contact, contributing to calls, managing expectations, and delivering clear communication.
• Must be a solutions-oriented self-starter with the ability to manage multiple clients, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of cultural trends and ability to translate them into relevant, timely media opportunities.
• Has some experience in influencer marketing and social media (including identifying, vetting, and managing creators, gifting programs, etc.).
• A keen eye for detail across any copy and reporting.
• Proficiency in Office and Google Workspace applications and development of media databases.

Benefits

• Blaze rewards those who make a significant contribution to the development of the agency. Performance-related incentives and rewards are available along with excellent career development and training.
• Full medical, dental and vision packages plus flexible spending account options
• 401k Plan
• Life, LTD and AD&D insurance
• Competitive compensation package, including a generous bonus program
• Paid sick leave and vacation days
• Eleven paid holidays per year
• The opportunity to grow and the resources to succeed