Public Relations - Account Executive

Pinkston • Falls Church, VA

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

Account Executives at Pinkston regularly interact with members of the press and clients, coordinating interviews and facilitating meetings in addition to building a track record of media placements. Primary responsibilities include securing media coverage and developing written materials for clients. Account Executives remain updated on current events and news as they create unique opportunities for their clients within the news cycle.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree or relevant experience in public relations, communications, journalism or a related field
• 1-2 years of relevant communications and/or public relations experience
• Possesses strong research, interpersonal, writing and editing skills
• Adapts to change, meets deadlines and is able to prioritize client deliverables
• Alignment with Pinkston’s guiding principles

Nice To Haves

• Public speaking experience

Responsibilities

• Pitch stories to media contacts by email, social media and phone
• Coordinate with team to draft and edit written materials, including press releases and strategic communication plans
• Absorb and build a credible understanding of media outlets and audiences
• Identify creative placement opportunities for media coverage and communicate to clients
• Establish and develop working relationships with media contacts
• Identify relevant topics for clients within the news cycle
• Assist with the onboarding and development of entry level and new team members

Benefits

• Company-sponsored health, dental, and vision plans
• Employer-funded life insurance
• HRA
• Short-term disability plan
• Optional long-term disability
• Optional additional Life Insurance
• 401k retirement plan with annual employer contribution
• Generous holiday and vacation policies
• Paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree