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The Senior Account Executive will develop media materials, pitch ideas, manage client accounts, nurture media relationships, and lead junior staff while driving media results for corporate and tech clients.
Account Executive, Corporate
5W Public Relations is seeking an Account Executive to join our Corporate practice. The ideal individual will have worked with Corporate or B2B-focused clients within an agency setting, is an expert at pitching, and possesses superior account and time management skills.
Here’s what you’ll be doing:
- Manage team workflow and take ownership of account work while driving consistent media results.
- Create and develop media materials – press kits, press releases, media alerts, fact sheets, bios, case studies, etc.
- Develop and maintain relationships with prominent members of the media in order to ensure placements
- Develop strategic communication plans, including media opportunities, tactics, and timelines consistent with the overall PR strategy
- Execute and advise on PR strategies and collaboratively develop strategic media plans
- Create and develop pro-active pitch ideas for clients based on industry, current trends and various announcements
- Monitor media and seek out speaking opportunities for clients as “experts in their field”
- Daily client interaction to update, report on and discuss strategy and results
- Assist in the research, writing and development of new business proposals and presentations
- Provide guidance and leadership to junior-level staff
- Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop strategic/creative thinking for clients
Here’s what you have:
- B.S/B.A in Public Relations or related field
- 2-3 years of PR agency experience
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong leadership and motivation skills
- Proven client relations and supervisory skills
- Creative and energetic personality
Why you’ll love working here:
- Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits & wellness programs including partnership with ClassPass!
- Flexible PTO
- Summer Fridays and Winter, Spring, and Fall Fridays too!
- Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance
- Expanded parental leave and family planning support
- Continuous learning through “5W University” and development initiatives
- Student Loan Reimbursement
- Professional Development Support
- Exclusive access to season tickets for pro sports teams along with Broadway shows, and more!
- Charitable giving, including matching donations
Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications
NYC Salary Range
$68,000—$72,000 USD
Top Skills
Communication Strategies
Media Relations
5WPR New York, New York, USA Office
3 Park Ave, Floor 19, New York, NY, United States, 10016
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