Responsibilities

• The Account Executive, Earned executes public relations strategies to achieve client goals while keeping projects organized, on time, and on track.
• The role spans day-to-day client communication, media relations, creative ideation, trend jacking, and hands-on project management.
• We're looking for someone who manages the details well and is excited to use new tools, including AI, to work smarter.
• 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