Job Description
About the position The Public Relations Account Executive will be based in our New York, NY office. This is a hybrid role, working 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely each week. It is a full-time, direct-hire position. We're seeking qualified metro NYC area public relations candidates to join our industry-leading technology public relations practice. You will have 3 years of progressive technology public relations work experience/internship experience (preferably in an agency setting), outstanding media relations and client account management skills, a college degree (public relations, communications, journalism), excellent writing skills, and be ready for immediate hire for this full-time position. This full-time, direct-hire position has terrific benefits & perks: Generous vacation, personal, holiday, and sick days off, plus up to 5 Winter Break paid days off between Christmas and New Year's Day, and up to 5 additional Summer Days Off. Travel and consumer discounts (from rental cars to cell phones and more), Wellness subsidy, 401K Plan, Outstanding insurance/benefits package, Career mentorship from some of the best PR pros in the business, Professional growth opportunities within our award-winning global PR agency. Responsibilities • Monitoring client and competitive media coverage • Developing and maintaining media lists • Drafting pitches and conducting media outreach • Conducting secondary research and writing measurement report drafts • Supporting speaking opportunities and developing award submissions • Writing news releases and other editorial content • Supporting media briefings and events • Participating in team brainstorms • Supporting new business initiatives Requirements • 3 years of progressive Technology PR work history (PR agency-based experience is strongly preferred) • Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or journalism • Experience in successful earned media relations programs with top-tier national and trade outlets; proven history of media placements and established contacts • Craft compelling messages that drive business goals and elevate client programs • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting all deadlines and budget parameters, utilizing strong communication skills, project management capabilities, and proven problem-solving ability • Excellent writing and editing skills (familiar with AP style); Generates grammatically sound, client-ready communication as a skilled writer and editor • Utilizes enthusiastic big-picture thinking; course-corrects and pivots when needed to achieve effective and decisive action • Advises and drives results that effectively meet internal/external needs and exceed client expectations • Effectively work as part of a team, share information freely, and support the group's common goals; be a true team player • Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines • Ability to think creatively • Ability to adapt to new situations/challenges • Strong verbal and writing skills • Experience with measurement tools (e.g., Cision, Meltwater) is preferred but optional Benefits • Generous vacation, personal, holiday, and sick days off • Up to 5 Winter Break paid days off between Christmas and New Year's Day • Up to 5 additional Summer Days Off • Travel and consumer discounts • Wellness subsidy • 401K Plan • Outstanding insurance/benefits package • Career mentorship from some of the best PR pros in the business • Professional growth opportunities within our award-winning global PR agency Apply tot his job