PR Account Executive Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a PR Account Executive to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates solid working knowledge of clients, products, competitors, industry, etc;
- Actively pitches media to secure client coverage leveraging established media relationships;
- Regularly meet with media in-person for effective relationship building;
- Directs and supports event logistics and execution, including on-site support for team and client;
- Develops story angles, both planned and proactive, on behalf of clients;
- Manages time and projects well, meeting all objectives and deadlines;
- Acts as the right hand person to supervising senior account executive or account manager;
- Drafts press materials, client recommendations, award and executive speaking submissions, and bylines effectively and efficiently;
- Maintains ongoing knowledge of comms industry and media activity, and actively shares with team and clients, as appropriate.
Requirements:
- Requires 2+ years of public relations, marketing or related experience;
- Event and tradeshow experience;
- Requires a BA/BS in Related Field;
- Excellent writer and shared examples;
- Established media relationships;
- Ability to prioritize workload, demonstrate effective time management skills;
- Thinks strategically and demonstrates creative thinking;
- Strong communicator with team, client and media, both written and verbal;
- Self motivated with a “can-do” attitude, relentless attention to detail and effective multi-tasking;
- Experience in managing speakers bureau, awards and conference programs.