Junior Account Executive

New York City, NY (Hybrid)

$48K/yr – $64K/yrFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Account Executive (JAE) to join The TASC Group

and support our agency’s mission-driven work for nonprofit and issue advocacy clients. The ideal

candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in public relations (inclusive of internship experience), with a

demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams. A genuine passion for public

service, a commitment to working with nonprofits and a desire to contribute to mission-based initiatives

are essential.

As a JAE at The TASC Group, you will play a vital role in supporting multiple client accounts and assisting

teams at a tactical level under the guidance of senior leadership. The candidate should possess strong

time management and organizational skills, and demonstrate a keen interest in learning about media

relations and expanding their understanding of the public relations field. Strong written and verbal

communications skills are necessary, as the role requires the drafting media pitches, press releases, op-

eds, strategic memos, and other communications.

A successful JAE will actively contribute to maintaining client account productivity and demonstrate

initiative in their work. While working closely with supervision from senior team members, the JAE will

have opportunities to grow their expertise and deepen their understanding of public relations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Research various media outlets, reporters’ beats and bylines; be the eyes and ears on the ground for “newsjacking” opportunities
  • Monitor client news and relevant industry news daily
  • Draft timely media pitches, press releases, press statements, emails, op-eds, blogs and other client-facing communications
  • Pitch, coordinate and staff interviews with reporters
  • Participate in client meetings each week by taking notes and playing an administrative role, including developing agendas, sharing client deliverables and more
  • Develop a rapport with the client and members of their internal team

Required Skills:

  • 1-2 years of relevant PR experience; this can be inclusive of internships
  • A genuine passion for public service and a commitment to working with nonprofits and mission-based initiatives
  • Excellent writing and editing skills
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Interest in growing as a PR professional
  • A collaborative and enthusiastic team player!

What We Offer:

-Compensation range: $47,500-64,000 + a performance-based bonuses throughout the year

-Competitive benefits + perks package:

  • Hybrid workplace environment. Open office space with quiet conference rooms and communal pantry with unlimited snacks, fresh fruit, and gourmet coffee/tea selections
  • 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) + additional sick/personal days
  • One week of “Work from Anywhere” + remote work week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
  • 10 paid company holidays
  • Generous parental leave and paid family leave
  • Health, dental and vision coverage
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Summer Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day
  • Monthly cell phone reimbursement
  • Health and wellness stipend
  • Professional development stipend
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Commissions for client renewals and new business referrals
  • Company events – Team retreats, offsite events, lunch & learns and social gatherings

-A creative, inclusive, and collaborative work environment

-The opportunity to help shape the future of an award-winning, growing agency

ABOUT US

The TASC Group is a fast-growing, award-winning public relations and communications agency

representing non-profit organizations, mission-driven companies and social advocacy campaigns. Built

on a foundation of progressive values and a passion for public service, we work on strategic

communications, media relations, crisis communications, thought leadership, subject matter expertise,

media training and content creation for clients across the country.

Ragan’s PR Daily named TASC one of the top places to work in communications in 2025. Our work is

rooted in creativity, authenticity and social impact. We pride ourselves on cultivating a collaborative and

inspiring team culture.

OUR VISION

The TASC Group was built on a foundation of progressive values and a passion for public service that is

reflected in the work that we do for our client partners every single day. Our mission is to make a

meaningful and significant difference for advocacy organizations, nonprofits and socially driven

businesses that are committed to building stronger communities and making the world a better place.

Individuals that work at TASC are mission-driven, want their work to make a difference, are inspired by

our clients and are willing to work hard to help them succeed.

OUR VALUES

Be Authentic and Ethical

Being strong and ethical communicators means being straightforward and honest with each other and

with our clients is central to our work and our purpose.

Hard Work, Achieve High Expectations

We hold ourselves and each other to high standards. We work hard every day to help our clients be

successful and to grow into more effective public relations and communications professionals.

Compassion and Respect

Compassion is the heart of who we are as an individual and who we are as a firm. Our goal is to

empower, train and mentor our people and demonstrate respect for co-workers and our clients alike.

The TASC Group

The TASC Group is an independent, award-winning, full service public relations and communications firm. TASC represents nonprofits, advocacy organizations, mission-driven private and public companies, celebrities and athletes and community organizations. TASC also specializes in crisis communications consulting for its clients. TASC focuses on a wide array of public relations work from media placements to traditional communications and new media strategies. Our areas of expertise include advocacy work, programmatic and product launches, red carpet media, editorial board meetings, op-ed placements, social media tactics and strategies, annual gala events, film and book promotions, product placement, campaign rollouts and brand strengthening through media relations outreach and placements.

Founded in 2001
New York, New York, USA
18 employees (4 in marketing)