Account Executive, B2B Tech PR

Method Communications•New York, NY

15h•$58,000 - $76,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Account Executives (AE) are strategic self-starters who lead team initiatives and provide support for junior staff across multiple accounts. They are strong communicators committed to actively developing their account management skills. AEs are proactive and comfortable working in a fast changing environment where they support all levels of the client team. In this role, you will provide exceptional and consistent work for both the agency and the clients we work with.

Requirements

Typically 2 - 4 years’ experience (or equivalent expertise and education) in public relations, communications, marketing and/or related fields, including research, advertising, management consulting, media and publishing
Comfortable working with technology media across industry verticals, pitching stories, and providing targeted outreach to diverse audiences
Interest in pursuing a career in enterprise technology-focused public relations
Able to oversee junior team members and successfully manage junior staff across teams to ensure deadlines and project expectations are communicated and met
Comfort with Google Drive and Google’s suite of tools (e.g., Slides, Docs, Sheets)
Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook skills
Excellent time management, project management and organizational skills
Strong written, visual and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Manage personal assignments and own daily account management
Execute and demonstrate Method’s Concierge Service Delivery Approach to your clients and teams
Execute clear communication and direction of client goals and overall business objectives to the internal and external stakeholders
Maintain day-to-day contact with clients (i.e., daily updates, activity reports, etc.)
Research, outline, write, edit and proofread materials
Manage deadlines and oversee client speaking and award trackers, drafting speaking and awards submissions
Source and write pitches, bylines, and HARO commentary
Develop talking points and staff executive media briefings
Monitor and evaluate a wide range of reporters and publications in order to provide insight on media trends to internal and external stakeholders
Develop media pitches and lead pitching efforts
Build a network of traditional and online media contacts
Provide feedback for junior level staff’s master media lists, news briefs and briefing books
Participate in new business opportunities across multiple industry landscapes
Participate in cross-practice and cross-geographical teams to provide clients and prospects with the most compelling team and proposals
Strengthen your knowledge of the intersection between marketing and PR
Learn how to use social media and analytics effectively for clients
Demonstrate an understanding of the differences in writing styles depending on the outlet, channel and audience
Participate in the new business process including research, audits and proposals
Understand account budget parameters and over-servicing
Record and submit time and expenses on a timely basis
Act as a mentor to junior staff, identify goals and provide guidance and feedback on performance

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid work (2x/week)
Generous Vacation and Wellness Time accruals
two weeks of full office closure
paid holidays
2 floating holidays
Cell phone and internet cost reimbursement
Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employer paid Health Savings Account (HSA)
401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4%
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering three confidential, face-to-face counseling sessions per issue per year
Paid Family Leave
$500 annual wellness stipend after 6 months of employment
$1500 professional development stipend after 2 years of employment
4 weeks of paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities