Assistant Account Executive, Associate Practice

Edelman • Chicago, IL

21d • $40,000 - $52,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions. Edelman Brand has helped evolve, promote, and protect some of the world’s most iconic and celebrated brands. We aspire to do work that moves people – work that inspires people to not only “buy in” to brands, but also buy. We thrive off the energy, heart, and hustle of the city around us and apply that same passion to everything we do. From cars to consumer goods, fashion and retail, financial service, food and beverage, luxury, and technology – we are fanatics about finding an insight or truth that will inform smart strategy, breakthrough creative, and brilliant programming. Edelman is a leading global communications marketing firm, with more than 5,500 employees in 65 cities worldwide. Our independence keeps us nimble, thoughtful, and resourceful, allowing us to invest in the best people in the business. As an Assistant Account Executive (AAE), you’ll work with high-profile clients to create innovative, newsworthy campaigns for top brands and will play a key role in supporting communications plan development, research, client tracking, and media outreach to business, trade, and other types of media. You’ll build a strong foundation in media relations, working directly with reporters and partnering with Edelman colleagues across the network.

Requirements

• Are seeking an amazing workplace invested in supporting your growth and development
• Value a diverse and inclusive work environment and understand the importance of having a team that can represent all types of voices.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, flexible, ever-changing environment
• Are detail-oriented with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, capable of driving results, and working with a sense of urgency
• Can work independently as well as collaboratively with a team
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Want to learn from some of the best and brightest in the industry
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• This is an entry-level position. Candidates should demonstrate an interest and understanding of the communications marketing industry and basic principles of integrated communications marketing.

Nice To Haves

• At least 0-6 months’ internship experience in Communications and/or related field
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and written and oral communications skills
• Ability to adapt to new conditions, deadlines and assignments
• Solid knowledge of the MS Office suite
• Demonstrates strong work ethic and the ability to provide quality work to clients and teams

Responsibilities

• Support account teams in daily activities – learn Edelman’s various consulting processes/approaches, including integrated communications, media relations, consumer engagement, trend monitoring, brand collaborations, social media and digital campaigns, and support account teams in the execution of these processes for clients
• Understand key client information including business strategy, industry issues, products and services, key customers, and competitors
• Provide client service administration including preparing client status and activity reports, attending meetings and conference calls, compiling media monitoring reports and competitor coverage, scheduling, and logistics
• Research, outline, write, edit, and proofread materials, specifically pitches, product key messages, fact sheets, talk tracks, media briefing documents and more
• Assist with research including analysis of media coverage and online conversations
• Build and foster ongoing relationships with key media across brands
• Research, outline, write, edit, and proofread materials, specifically pitches, product key messages, fact sheets, talk tracks, media briefing documents and more
• Conduct media outreach and follow up in alignment with pitch calendar and agile opportunities
• Provide client service administration including preparing client status and activity reports, attending meetings and conference calls, compiling media monitoring reports and competitor coverage, scheduling, and logistics
• Track product inventory and oversee creative product mailers alongside the team
• Assist with vendor management for brand initiatives including not limited to influencer partnerships, events, and activations
• Demonstrate a general knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the social media industry, influencer marketing, and basic principles of community engagement
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Edelman’s values and Code of Ethics and Business Conduct

Benefits

• We value our employees’ health and well-being and recognize that life’s not all about work. Our hybrid work model gives you the flexibility to create a schedule that works with your personal and professional goals.
• medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level