Public Relations Account Executive Technology PR
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
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