We are excited to announce we are adding to the Communiqué PR team. Currently, we are seeking candidates with six to eight years of agency-side public relations or strategic communications experience to join our team as a Senior Account Executive.
THE POSITION
As part of our team, the Senior Account Executive helps define communication plans and drives day-to-day client management and the PR program.
The Senior Account Executive is responsible for execution of the PR plan and other public relations activities, such as writing press materials, researching speaking opportunities, following up on editorial calendar opportunities, planning and possibly leading press tours, scheduling and hosting editorial meetings and analyst briefings.
The right candidate will have the opportunity to participate in all aspects of PR program execution, including planning client meetings, media and analyst relations, pitch development, editing and proofreading of client-related documents, trade show support, news release distribution, industry research and business development.
The position requires the ability to develop strong working relationships with clients, press, conference organizers and analysts while working to create opportunities on behalf of the client to secure coverage.
THE CANDIDATE
Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize projects are key attributes for this role. This candidate must be able to handle day-to-day execution of one or more public relations plans, collaborate effectively with the Communiqué PR team and communicate in a clear manner. Candidates need to posses a strong attention to detail and be very organized.
The ability to communicate effectively is imperative to this position. Proactive, open communication and integration skills are essential. In our team environment, we rely on close communication and a proactive willingness to help out where needed.
This candidate must be a team player, have great listening skills, take initiative, and have confidence, and display curiosity and interest in our clients’ products and services.
The knack to maintain a sense of humor while remaining professional under intense deadlines is critical.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Six to eight years experience in PR, preferably in an agency setting and/or within the high tech industry and:
- Four to eight years managing client relationships
- A demonstrated understanding of media standards and an awareness of the target audience’s perspective
- Established editor and industry analyst relationships
- Know-how of pitching and proactively placing stories with national, local and industry publications/outlets
- Ability to work under client and influential deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience managing multiple projects/events simultaneously
- Proven ability to work successfully with multiple deadline(s)
- Expertise skill in writing and developing press materials such as briefings, press packets and literature
- Proven development and execution of successful PR plans
- Experience coordinating and conducting press meetings and leading press tours and analyst briefings
- Experience managing account teams and contractors
- Interest in current, emerging and consumer technology
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency using computer and general business applications (i.e. Microsoft Office), as well as social media platforms including Facebook and Twitter
If you think you have the desire and what it takes to be a part of our PR team, please submit a cover letter and your resume to: [email protected]