Account Executive

CLYDE is a fast-paced, impact agency committed to delivering innovative, strategic, and visually compelling communications solutions for our diverse portfolio of clients. We work with clients who want to make a difference by moving the world forward – helping them do it through earned, owned, and paid media programs, creative solutions, and smarter, informed strategies. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of design while staying grounded in strategy, brand integrity, and results. We are seeking a talented and dynamic Account Executive to join our growing team and bring our Values to life.The Account Executive plays a role on 4–5+ client accounts, depending on account size and scope. In this role, you take a primary role in executing scope of work activities, with a strong emphasis on earned media, thought leadership, content development, research, monitoring, reporting, and integrated campaign support. You track relevant industry and client trends and translate them into proactive recommendations. You are AI-forward and embrace emerging technologies as part of your everyday work. You have an appetite for learning and experimenting with AI tools, thoughtfully integrating them into research, content development, media relations, and account management to improve efficiency, creativity, and client outcomes. You provide excellent client service, respond promptly, anticipate needs, and contribute confidently on client calls. You are a strong writer who can draft and edit client communications, media materials, statements, communications plans, and other deliverables with limited direction. You support junior team members and collaborate closely with colleagues across content, digital, design, social, and influencer work. You actively participate in business development and look for professional growth opportunities by raising your hand for client work and firm initiatives. This role is best suited for someone who can step in with prior agency or communications experience and begin contributing quickly while continuing to grow.Our Core Values:Be Better Than We Were YesterdayOur Clients’ Success Defines OursBe The BlueprintCreativity is Our Idea of FunWe Want to Go Far, So We Go TogetherWhat you will be doing:Plan topics and assignments for client meetings, based on deliverables and needsConfidently participate in client calls, as appropriateEnsure all client deadlines are met and quality of work is highBegin to develop personal relationships with clientsAnticipate client needsWork closely and respectfully with our internal client delivery teams, including content, digital, and designWork with internal and external partners, including vendorsParticipate in client and business development presentations, including trainings, results reports, new business proposals, and integrated campaign recommendationsBegin establishing yourself as a trusted client point of contact and confidently manage day-to-day needs when senior team members are unavailableCarefully monitor client news, policy developments, and industry trends, and make proactive recommendations based on what you are seeingSupport and execute social media campaigns across platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X, and contribute to influencer programs when neededIdentify strengths and opportunities for self and participate in company-offered professional development opportunitiesOffer suggestions to teammates and leadersContribute to CLYDE visibility effortsPosition Expectations:Adhere to firm’s policies and proceduresDemonstrate a commitment to uphold and defend the highest levels of ethical conductParticipate in staff meetings and retreatsSeek opportunities to interact with and learn from firm leadersParticipate in business development efforts through research, tactic development, and internal brainstormsHave a fierce commitment to, and respect for, a diverse and inclusive workplacePossess excellent writing and grammar skills, including the ability to write concisely, clearly, and logicallyProactively learn about and react to news and policies that impact clientsBegin to think beyond tactics and start understanding strategic recommendationsRegularly evaluate account management and client service, and make recommendations to improvePrioritize across accounts and competing priorities, and look to account leads and management to help prioritize as neededQualifications/Required Skills:2–4 years of communications or public relations experience; agency experience strongly preferredExceptional attention to detailSpeak with clarity, precision, and purpose in small and large groupsExperience drafting media pitches, press materials, executive thought leadership, statements, communications plans, and research-driven recommendationsAbility to support social media and influencer programs is preferredFamiliarity with GEO, AI search, SEO, or digital content strategy is a plus; training can be providedWashington, D.C.-area candidates are strongly preferred, particularly for the collaboration and development needs of this roleKnows and uses AP Style and can edit work from junior team membersComfortable with basic social media aggregators like Sprout Social, Meltwater, HootsuiteComfortable with Microsoft and Google office productsInterested and comfortable learning and adopting new tech platformsExperience supporting integrated communications campaigns, including digitally forward workInterested in practical applications of AI and emerging search and content-discovery trendsComfortable with digital platforms like Wikipedia, Reddit, Discord, Meta Business Suite, LinkedIn Campaign Manager and social media platformsDemonstrated experience pitching media and supporting earned media programsSeeks and is receptive to feedback; puts feedback into actionThe salary range for this position is $56,000–$76,200.