Public Relations Account Executive

New York City, NY (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own media relations campaigns that deliver coverage and impact across industries, coordinating story creation, journalist relationship management, and timely engagement to meet client goals.

  • Strategic Media Engagement: Identify opportunities and pitch compelling stories tailored to target audiences and media verticals.
  • Campaign Execution and Optimization: Plan tours, briefings, and outreach while monitoring coverage for actionable insights and timely adjustments.

Job Description

Own media relations programs that deliver coverage, align with client goals, and adapt across industries and markets.

  • Develop and lead tailored public and media relations campaigns for clients across a range of industries and markets (technology, life sciences, energy, and more) - locally, nationally, and globally.
  • Identify strategic media opportunities and proactively pitch compelling stories that resonate with target audiences.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and producers across key media verticals.
  • Plan and execute press tours, briefings, and targeted media outreach that align with client goals.
  • Monitor and analyze media coverage, offering actionable insights to optimize campaign effectiveness.
  • Stay current on industry trends, competitive activity, and emerging news cycles to inform timely media engagement.
  • Provide meaningful contributions during client and internal meetings, ensuring strategic alignment and execution.
  • Collaborate closely with leadership to deliver high-touch service and exceed client expectations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
  • At least 3+ years of experience in public relations, media relations, or a similar role within an agency environment.
  • Proven track record of securing media coverage and managing successful client campaigns.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the capacity to craft compelling stories and communicate effectively with clients, media, and team members.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to balance multiple client campaigns with poise and professionalism.
  • Proficiency in PR tools (i.e. Meltwater, Muck Rack, Cision).
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Elev8 New Media

Elev8 New Media is an award-winning boutique public relations agency that specializes in results-driven media relations and corporate communications.

Founded in 2018
Los Angeles, California, USA
15 employees (7 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
769
Traffic Source Mix
Search
47.4%
Direct
34.1%
Referral
5%
Social
12.4%
Paid
1.1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~15

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
6 (40% of company)
Median Career Experience
8 years
Median Tenure
8 years