Account Executive, Public Relations (Health)

Highwire•New York, NY

2d•$54,000 - $72,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Account Executives on Highwire’s Health team support public relations programs for healthcare innovators, life sciences companies, health-tech organizations, and others shaping the future of healthcare. They translate complex technical and clinical topics—including digital health, medical technologies, clinical research, patient solutions, and healthcare policy—into clear, compelling narratives. The role supports client account work across media relations, awards, speaking programs, and content development. It involves coordinating project deliverables and timelines, researching industry and media opportunities, developing and distributing pitches, creating written materials, monitoring coverage, and reporting on campaign performance. Account Executives work collaboratively with clients and colleagues across social, content, and design, while learning from senior mentors and contributing to a supportive team environment. Highwire offers remote and hybrid work options based on location. Employees within commuting distance of its New York, NY, or San Francisco, CA offices follow a hybrid schedule with three in-office days per week. Fully remote roles are available in the listed states and Washington, D.C.; candidates must reside in an eligible location at the time of hire.

Requirements

2–3 years of public relations or communications experience in an agency setting.
Background in healthcare, life sciences, or health-tech sectors.
Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to detail and clarity.
Experience supporting media relations and securing coverage.
Strong organization and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
Curiosity about emerging technology trends and storytelling opportunities.
Proactive, team-oriented, and growth-minded attitude.

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day client account work, including media relations, awards, speaking programs, and content development.
Track project deliverables, timelines, and priorities to maintain quality and alignment with client goals.
Participate in client calls and meetings, take notes, draft recaps, and ensure follow-up items are completed.
Research industry trends, competitors, and media opportunities to inform client storytelling.
Assist in creating quarterly campaign plans and public relations recommendations.
Build and maintain relationships with reporters and influencers across healthcare, life sciences, and health-tech outlets.
Research and develop targeted media lists and pitch opportunities.
Draft, refine, and distribute pitches to generate coverage aligned with client goals.
Monitor media coverage and industry news to identify opportunities for client participation.
Contribute to social and digital amplification strategies to extend earned media results.
Write and edit press releases, media pitches, Q&As, award submissions, speaking abstracts, bios, contributed articles, blogs, and background materials.
Translate complex healthcare or clinical concepts into accessible, compelling narratives.
Ensure accuracy, tone, and messaging consistency across client deliverables.
Track, analyze, and report on media results and campaign performance.
Support senior team members in using data to refine pitching and storytelling strategies.
Collaborate with colleagues across social, content, and design to support integrated program delivery.
Work with the team to support execution, share ideas, and learn from senior mentors.
Take initiative on projects, communicate clearly, and manage time effectively.
Contribute to a supportive, creative, and collaborative team environment.