Tourism PR Assistant Account Executive

Development Counsellors International • New York, NY

35d • $47,000 - $53,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re searching for an Assistant Account Executive (AAE) who lives and breathes tourism, and hospitality PR. Do you love speaking in front of audiences – whether on the stage or on the phone? Excited to become buddies with top media? Quick on your feet? Have a passion for the travel industry? Then this position is for you! This hybrid role (3-4 days/week in NYC office) is perfect for someone who thrives on both independence and collaboration—and loves a little adventure in their work.

Requirements

• 1 year of PR experience at a public relations firm in the U.S.
• Passion for researching story ideas and writing pitches
• Confidence in pitching media on the phone and a track record of media placements
• Strong presentation skills
• Experience in tracking media placements and reporting public relations success
• Impeccable organization
• BA/BS required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or have all necessary approvals to live/work in the U.S. without Visa sponsorship

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $47k – $53k
• Open-book management
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) match: 4%
• Flexible PTO, paid holidays (11), Office closes for a week at the end of the year
• Parental leave (12 paid weeks)
• Hybrid work environment: 3-4 days/week in the office

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees