Account Executive, Public Relations (Professional Services)

District of Columbia, USA (Hybrid)

$54K/yr – $62K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 6 weeks ago

Job Summary

You will own media outreach and storytelling across client PR programs, coordinating campaigns, content, and measurement to drive earned coverage.

Lead media relations, pitching, and influencer engagement
Drive quarterly campaign planning, content development, and performance analysis
Collaborate across teams to ensure integrated program delivery

Job Description

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day client account work, including media relations, awards, speaking programs, and content development.
Help manage projects by tracking deliverables, timelines, and priorities to ensure quality and alignment with client goals.
Participate in client calls and meetings, taking notes, drafting recaps, and ensuring follow-up items are completed.
Research industry trends, competitors, and media opportunities to inform client storytelling.
Assist in the creation of quarterly campaign plans and PR recommendations.
Build and maintain relationships with reporters and influencers across business and technology outlets.
Research and develop targeted media lists and pitch opportunities.
Draft, refine, and distribute pitches that generate coverage aligned with client goals.
Monitor media coverage and industry news to identify opportunities for client participation.
Contribute to social and digital amplification strategies to extend earned media results.

Requirements

2–3 years of PR or communications experience, in an agency setting
Background in B2B technology sectors such as AI, cybersecurity, SaaS, or infrastructure
Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for detail and clarity
Experience supporting media relations and securing coverage
Strong organization and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
Curiosity about emerging technology trends and storytelling opportunities
A proactive, team-oriented, and growth-minded attitude

Benefits

Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth
Flexible hybrid work model tailored to your schedule and lifestyle
Generous vacation policy, including extended summer and winter breaks
Early log-off on Fridays through our Empower Hours program
401(k) plan with employer matching
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA options
Paid parental leave benefits
Commuter benefits
Annual Growth Mindset stipend for books, events, or learning experiences
Monthly technology reimbursement

Highwire

Highwire is a strategic marketing communications agency built at the intersection of innovation and industry.We help ambitious brands navigate complexity, lead markets, and grow with purpose. With integrated capabilities across strategic marketing communications, creative, and insights, we bring clarity where there’s noise – and influence where it matters most.Our team operates at the speed of change, delivering bold ideas and measurable impact across B2B tech, healthcare, cybersecurity, energy, financial services, and beyond.Whether you’re preparing for IPO, entering a new market, or reshaping your category, we’re the partner that helps you rise above.Highwire. Above all.

San Francisco, California, USA

184 employees (40 in marketing)

www.teamhighwire.com

Salaries

Posted range

$54K/yr – $62K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

The middle of this range ($58K) is 41% below the median base salary for Public Relations Manager roles in the United States ($98K).

Public Relations Manager median pay in the United States

$98K/yr

Most pay falls between $83K and $118K. Based on 98 salaries.

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size

33 (18% of company)

Median Career Experience

8.5 years

Median Tenure

2.4 years

Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)

People

Marketing Leadership

Celeste Balboni

Marketing Manager

At the company for 2 years 4 months

Funding

Last Raise

Private Equity, 4 years ago

Funding History

Sep 2022
Private Equity

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors

9.4K

Traffic Source Mix

38.4%

Direct

41.9%

Referral

6.3%

Social

11.6%

Paid

1.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~184

News about Highwire

Highwire Launches AI Index to Measure Brand Presence in Generative AI Platforms

Nov 6, 2025 • The Manila Times

Veriforce Acquires Highwire

Oct 22, 2025 • citybiz

Veriforce Acquires Highwire, Expanding Leadership in Contractor Risk Management

Oct 22, 2025 • Summit Partners

Links

www.teamhighwire.com

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