Account Executive, Public Relations
Waltham, MAAll locationsWaltham, MAour Waltham, MASan Francisco, CANew York, NYSeattle, WA, or San Diego, CASan Diego, CA Hybrid
$65,000–$80,000 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
The Inkhouse Account Executive (AE) is a critical role with responsibility for juggling multiple accounts and writing effectively across different mediums for varied audiences. This fast-paced, deadline-oriented role will be responsible for driving day-to-day media relations and working effectively as a member of key account teams. This person will be the lead media relations expert on their assigned accounts especially with top-tier press. The AE is a highly creative self-starter, with excellent writing skills, and strong detail-orientation and will provide guidance to other team members on your accounts.
What you'll bring
- Execute media outreach across top-tier, trade, and niche outlets to secure high-impact coverage
- Holds account calls with media updates
- Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, bylines, contributed content, and other written materials aligned with client messaging
- Develop targeted, compelling media pitches tailored to individual outlets and journalists
- Manages editorial calendars
- Serve as a core social media practitioner, developing platform-specific content and maintaining brand voice across channels
- Conceptualize creative social media ideas and recommend amplification strategies to extend the reach of earned media wins
- Prepares briefing sheets in advance of press/analyst calls and meetings
- Fully informed on all industry and client news
- Use HARO and ProfNet to identify relevant opportunities
- Stay fully informed on client business updates, competitive landscape, and broader industry trends to inform strategy and outreach
- Monitor and analyze PR, media, and social trends, proactively applying insights to client programs