Senior Account Executive

Taylor Strategy•New York, NY

3d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

We’re looking for a Senior Account Executive who thrives at the intersection of sports, culture, and storytelling. This is someone who doesn’t just follow the conversation, they help shape it. You understand the moments, communities, and cultural trends that define sports today, and you know how to turn those insights into stories, media opportunities, collaborative connections and earned/social focused campaigns that actually move people (and metrics).

Requirements

Deeply tapped into sports and culture, and genuinely curious about what’s next
A strategic thinker with strong instincts and a bias for action
A storyteller who knows how to connect ideas to impact
A collaborator who elevates the work (and the people) around you
Comfortable managing up, down, and across
A bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience, we value real-world learning, too
4–6 years of experience in PR, communications, or marketing ideally across sports, lifestyle, entertainment, or consumer brands
A genuine passion for sports and culture
A track record of building and executing integrated communications programs that deliver results
Strong media instincts, with experience pitching and securing coverage across print, digital, and broadcast
A “connector” mindset: how to connect brands with media (new and traditional), influencers (from all walks), like-minded partners and shapers of culture
Clear, confident communication skills—written, verbal, and in the room
The ability to manage multiple workstreams and client relationships without dropping the ball
Experience supporting integrated campaigns across events, influencers, partnerships, sponsorships, and content
A sharp eye for digital trends and emerging platforms shaping the industry
A collaborative mindset
Based in the New York Metro area, with the ability to be in our Manhattan office as needed

Responsibilities

Tell Stories That Stick
Write and present with clarity, confidence, and persuasion
Build strong relationships through responsiveness, trust, and collaboration
Manage client communications with professionalism and poise
Lead meetings and presentations with growing confidence
Support negotiations with clients and partners
Make Media Moves
Proactively pitch stories and secure meaningful coverage
Build and maintain strong relationships with media and influencers across platforms
Guide junior team members in developing smart, strategic outreach
Oversee creation of media lists, pitches, and messaging that hit the mark
Develop press materials that are sharp, on-brand, and impactful
Bring Ideas to Life
Contribute to big ideas across events, partnerships, influencer programs, content, and more
Collaborate across teams to ensure integrated, culturally relevant work
Own program execution and ensure everything runs smoothly, on paper and on the ground
Lead reporting and turn performance data into meaningful insights and recommendations
Drive Strategy That Delivers
Contribute meaningfully to strategic account planning
Translate trends and cultural insights into actionable ideas
Identifying cultural partnership and collaborations that make sense for your clients and will resonate with their target audiences
Craft and present client-ready decks that don’t just inform, they inspire action
Own the Details That Matter
Help manage budgets and ensure programs stay on track financially
Flag resourcing or allocation issues before they become problems
Contribute to scopes of work, staffing plans, and account budgeting
Ensure accuracy in time tracking and team operations
Lead and Lift Others
Manage and mentor junior team members with clear direction and constructive feedback
Foster a collaborative, inclusive team environment
Recognize great work and motivate those around you
Play a role in hiring and developing the next generation of talent