Assistant Account Executive

Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)

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Posted 2 months ago

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Job Description

The Wilbert Group is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to grow with our team. We are a full-service public relations, digital media and content firm based in Atlanta with a national reach. Our clients span commercial real estate, professional services, retail, nonprofits and other industries.

The ideal candidate has a degree in public relations, communications or a related field, along with 2+ years of PR experience. This person is a strong writer, understands media strategy and pitching, can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn our clients’ businesses. Experience supporting executive thought leadership, crisis communications and LinkedIn programs is a plus. We are looking for someone who is collaborative, proactive and excited to work with our client teams to produce high-quality, thoughtful work.

Responsibilities

  • Write first drafts of press releases, media alerts, LinkedIn content and other PR materials
  • Develop media lists using Muck Rack and other research tools
  • Pitch media and build strong relationships with journalists
  • Support day-to-day account execution across multiple clients, ensuring projects move forward on time and at a high standard
  • Take thorough notes and update project trackers ahead of client calls
  • Create monthly reports using internal tools and software
  • Learn clients’ businesses and stay informed on industry news and trends that impact them
  • Follow internal systems and processes, including time tracking and workflow management

Benefits and Perks

  • A hybrid schedule with three days in our Buckhead Atlanta office and two days work from home (Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
  • Competitive benefits package including insurance coverage and 401K match
  • Generous vacation days, an uncapped sick leave policy and four personal days to be used for non-company holidays, mental health days or whatever is important to you
  • $100 monthly stipend to spend on wellness (gym memberships, massages, national park passes, running gear, you name it)
  • Professional development opportunities, such as in-house learning programs and budget for external conferences and training
  • Office closed the week between Christmas and New Year’s
  • Summer Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day 
  • Stocked kitchen, fun company gatherings and great coworkers

We’d love to hear from you. To apply, please submit:

  • Your resume
  • A brief note (200 words or less) sharing why you’re a fit for the role
  • A short, selfie-style video (60 seconds or less) explaining what specifically interests you about The Wilbert Group and this position. Please reference at least one case study, value or service that stood out during your research.

Applications are due by June 8 and should be submitted to careers@thewilbertgroup.com.

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The Wilbert Group

The Wilbert Group is a full-service communications and public relations firm based in Atlanta with a national reach. We have clients in real estate, financial services, travel, retail, law, education, the non-profit sector and other industries. The Wilbert Group is redefining how companies tell their stories. We capture, curate and deploy targeted content through a variety of channels, including news media and social media. We believe successful PR requires an ongoing effort focused on achieving meaningful results for our clients.

Founded in 2009
Atlanta Junction, Georgia, USA
31 employees (5 in marketing)