Public Relations Account Executive

Inkhouse • Waltham, MA

287d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Inkhouse Account Executive (AE) is a critical role with responsibility for juggling multiple accounts and writing effectively across different mediums for varied audiences. This fast-paced, deadline-oriented role will be responsible for driving day-to-day media relations and working effectively as a member of key account teams. This person will be the lead media relations expert on their assigned accounts. The AE is a highly creative self-starter, with excellent writing skills, and strong detail-orientation.

Requirements

• B.S./B.A. public relations, marketing, communications, or related field
• 3 - 5 years of progressive experience in PR
• Experience in b2b, healthcare or consumer technology
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong pitching skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple client responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Media outreach
• Holds account calls with media updates
• Writes press releases and content
• Writes media pitches
• Manages editorial calendars
• Core social media practitioner
• Suggestion of amplification tactics for each media hit
• Prepares briefing sheets in advance of press/analyst calls and meetings
• Fully informed on all industry and client news
• Use HARO and ProfNet to identify relevant opportunities
• Stays up-to-date on PR trends and client trends
• Conceptualizes social media ideas
• Manages deadlines
• Helps to train new employees

Benefits

• Generous paid family leave
• Unlimited vacation
• Dogs in the office

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree