Account Executive, Consumer Brand

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis•New York, NY

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis is a leading global communications agency seeking a high-energy, multidisciplinary Account Executive for their New York City office. This role is for a modern storyteller with 2-3 years of industry experience who understands how to navigate today's complex media landscape. The ideal candidate is a generalist, excited about pitching diverse clients and managing consumer launches or social good initiatives. This role operates at the intersection of earned media, social ecosystems, and cultural influence, requiring a blend of EQ and IQ to manage daily execution and think creatively about a client's public persona. The agency emphasizes storytelling, integrity, transparency, and professional poise, preferring to let their work and results speak for themselves.

Requirements

2-3 years of experience in PR or communications across a variety of industries.
Proven track record of securing results and managing the moving parts of a fast-paced account.
Live on social media and understand the creator economy.
Ability to identify platforms driving conversation and translate that knowledge into pitches or brainstorm ideas.
High EQ and great judgment; ability to read a room, handle last-minute client requests, and maintain a calm, solution-oriented attitude under pressure.
Concise and creative writing skills, capable of crafting effective pitches and briefing notes.
Entrepreneurial spirit with a love for brainstorming and suggesting new ideas.
Innate curiosity about the world and how brands can make it a better place.
Meticulously organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Pride in the accuracy of reports and thoroughness of media research.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the consumer brand industry.

Responsibilities

Own the daily execution for a roster of 4-6 clients, including active media outreach and securing impactful placements.
Identify creative opportunities for clients to join the cultural conversation.
Coordinate earned media with social-first content and creator partnerships for cohesive campaign impact.
Manage account foundations, including agendas, meeting recaps, and activity reports.
Provide critical support for media-specific events, managing logistics such as invite lists and on-site media wrangling.
Draft creative pitches, press materials, blog content, and briefing notes.
Monitor the news cycle and social platforms daily to identify trending topics and opportunities for client involvement.
Partner with Account Managers and Directors to achieve client deliverables.
Lead by example in interactions with teammates, clients, and journalists, prioritizing integrity, transparency, and professional poise.