Account Executive, Public Relations Generalist

Responsibilities

• Execute client projects under supervision; maintain daily client interaction to update, report, and discuss account activity and manage expectations concerning media opportunities
• Initiate the creative process of formulating pitch ideas and story angles; participate in brainstorming sessions to develop broader strategic initiatives for clients
• Cultivate, establish, and maintain working relationships with all levels of local, national, and trade media
• Pitch to media and execute communications strategies that raise the profile of clients and their executives, securing coverage across local, regional, and national publications
• Manage the daily workflow of multiple accounts while driving consistent media results
• Write, edit, and review press releases, pitches, recaps, clipbooks, client briefings, and other media materials and internal documents
• Support the planning and coordination of press events and media activations, including organizing logistics and managing press
• Oversee research, media monitoring, and analysis; apply findings to strategy and approach
• Support content creation on social media and the distribution of press materials across platforms
• Handle confidential and sensitive client information and issues with discretion

Requirements

• 3 – 5 years of client and media relations experience at a PR agency or on an in-house communications team preferred; experience servicing a diverse client base a plus
• Familiarity with one or more key sectors — including arts and culture, science, sports, and nonprofits — is helpful; versatility and eagerness to work across multiple sectors essential
• College degree preferred — focus in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field is ideal

Benefits

• a 401K plan with 4% company match, commuter benefits, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA with company funding, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, employee assistance programs, referral bonuses, facilities for a nursing parent, programming from our internal DEIA Council, professional development and education programs, entertainment discounts, team outings, and much more.