Senior Account Executive (DC)

bread & Butter PR•Washington, DC

2d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

bread & Butter is a full-service communications agency specializing in the food, drink, and travel industries. We are a collaborative team that combines local knowledge with a national network to create tailored communication campaigns for inventive businesses. We value hospitality, efficiency, and a passion for our work, blurring the lines between professional and personal enjoyment.

Requirements

3-5 years of post-undergraduate, full-time PR experience in hospitality and/or travel required, preferably with agency vs. in-house.
Enjoys crafting tailored, effective comprehensive media plans and pitches that are creative, thoughtful and help move clients toward their goals.
Possesses and knows how to build and maintain strong relationships with high-level regional and national print, online, and broadcast media important to clients.
A passion for cultivating talent and helping our teams grow.
Appreciates the art of dotting I’s and crossing T’s.
Media junkie - there’s no such thing as reading/watching too much. Bonus points for pop culture acumen.
Leads teams by example, showcasing professionalism, punctuality and problem solving while maintaining a sense of humor.
Has the ability to really dig deep into client goals to secure meaningful and impactful press placements that drive business and make B&B invaluable to our clients and to media.
Be the sounding board and resource for clients, leading the teams on calls, in meetings and knowing when to shift course to get back on track.
Love of a fast-paced environment and the satisfaction of a busy yet productive day.
Flexibility and a desire for endless possibilities.
Wants to brainstorm, strategize and develop creative partnerships and alliances that keep us ahead of the curve.
Passion for networking, relationship building, helping with new business pitches, proposals and a general desire to win!
Excitement for growth, new ideas, new ways of doing things and a place you’re excited to call home.
Must be authorized to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

Pop culture acumen

Responsibilities

Manage and respond to client needs on a daily basis.
Serve as a company representative and liaison between the company and the client.
Oversee the work of Assistant Account Executives.
Report to the Account Supervisor.
Craft tailored, effective, and comprehensive media plans and pitches.
Build and maintain strong relationships with high-level regional and national media contacts.
Cultivate talent and help teams grow.
Lead teams by example, showcasing professionalism, punctuality, and problem-solving.
Dig deep into client goals to secure meaningful and impactful press placements.
Act as a sounding board and resource for clients.
Lead teams on calls and in meetings, knowing when to shift course.
Brainstorm, strategize, and develop creative partnerships and alliances.
Assist with new business pitches and proposals.
Participate in weekly Wine Wednesdays with the local team.
Engage in the yearly giveback initiative (Local Love).