Junior Account Executive - Public Relations

300Brand•Alexandria, VA

3d•$55,000 - $60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Junior Account Executive 300Brand is seeking a collaborative and driven Junior Account Executive to support and execute impactful public relations and marketing initiatives for our government IT clients. As an integral member of our team, you will play a role in developing media storylines, building relationships with reporters, and broadening your skills in digital content and marketing. This is a great opportunity to grow in a fast-paced, creative environment and contribute to projects that deliver measurable results Location : 300Brand Headquarters, Alexandria, Virginia (Hybrid) While this position is primarily teleworked, candidates must be based in the D.C. metro area for occasional in-person event support and onsite preparation at our Alexandria, VA office. Classification : Regular, full-time position. This position is salaried, non-exempt and eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Why Join Us? Innovative Environment: Work with a team that’s as passionate and driven as you are Continuous Learning: Workshops, training sessions, opportunities to attend events, and reimbursement for continuing education Growth: Professional growth opportunities within government IT’s #1 agency Balance: Flexible hybrid/telework options, extended company-wide holiday break, generous PTO enefits: Competitive salary, robust medical/dental/vision, retirement plans with 401k match

Requirements

1-2 years of public relations or marketing experience, with experience in government and/or technology a plus, but not required
BA or BS degree; Marketing, PR, or Communications preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills – must be able to edit and proof for clarity, consistency
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work as a member of a team
Ability to organize and prioritize work under pressure
Ability to generate ideas and think creatively
Ability to facilitate organization of project details, track and follow through on personal deadlines
Ability to take initiative and be a problem solver
Ability to utilize technology, including computers and telecommunication devices, marketing software, collaboration tools (ex. Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace), and AI tools (ex. ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude)
Ability to work 8-hour shifts or more as required by 300Brand
Ability to travel for meetings and training as required by 300Brand

Nice To Haves

experience in government and/or technology a plus, but not required
Marketing, PR, or Communications preferred

Responsibilities

Assist and support the 300Brand team in managing client accounts. Project types include but are not limited to public relations, digital marketing, and events.
Draft and edit written content (e.g., press releases, media pitches, bylines) with guidance from senior team members
Support strategy development by contributing ideas and assisting in the execution of public relations campaigns
Assist with securing and coordinating press interviews, including drafting pitches, researching reporters, and tracking outreach
Build familiarity with IT-focused legislation, industry/technology trends, and client solutions to support team recommendations
Help track progress toward client program goals and deliverables; provide timely updates and contribute to strong client relationships
Maintain clear, proactive communication with clients and internal teams through timely responses and detailed recaps
Manage account administration, such as building timelines, tracking deadlines, preparing meeting agendas/recaps, and developing client reports
Contribute to and support all aspects of digital content marketing programs, including developing copy for websites, marketing campaigns, and social media, as well as managing deliverables for campaigns and programs from start to finish
Support the management of project timelines and coordinate on tasks with other internal teams (research, creative, content)
Maintain awareness and understanding of 300Brand’s portfolio of services
Conduct research of clients’ business and public sector IT industry to maintain a current knowledge base
Maintain proactive, clear, and consistent communication with internal colleagues to meet project deadlines
Manage and direct junior team members on projects, as needed
Collaborate across internal teams including creative, digital services, research, and content
Deliver highly responsive service and build positive relationships with key stakeholders (internal and external)
Attend and participate in office staff meetings and required education trainings
Report to management any problems in implementing 300Brand policies and/or in performing job functions