Account Coordinator - Strategic Communications

Sundae Creative; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sundae Creative is seeking an Account Coordinator for their Integrated Communications Team in Montreal. This role involves shaping public perception through innovative communication strategies, crafting media pitches, and nurturing media relationships. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of PR experience and be bilingual in French and English, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment

Comprehensive insurance after one month

Freestyle Fridays - end work at 2:00 PM

Internal advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on experience in PR, ideally in an agency.
• Fluency in French and English is required.
• Strong pitching and media relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to create and execute communication strategies.
• Craft media pitches and press releases.
• Monitor media coverage and build media relationships.

Skills

Pitching

Media Relations

Communication

Organization

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations or Communications

Job description

French version will follow

Hi, I’m Milena, Talent Acquisition Manager at Sundae Creative. Thanks for clicking on our job opening! I joined the Sundae team when they merged with Dulcedo Management a year ago, and what a ride it’s been! If we get to meet during this process, I’ll be happy to share all about us, but for now, here’s a bit of insight. Founded by 2 incredible entrepreneurial rockstars, Karine Idrissi and Kristina Argento, Sundae Creative has always been ahead of the curve in PR. Our specialty lies in blending the best of traditional and digital strategies for communications and media relations. With teams organized by areas of expertise, we tackle today’s challenges head-on, providing our clients with unmatched visibility and leveraging the most advanced tools in the future of PR. Currently, our teams cover integrated communications, influencer marketing, social media, and design. Our clients span across industries from beauty, fashion, and lifestyle, to both the sexy and unsexy—no matter the industry, we know how to tell the right story and have fun doing it! What’s next for Sundae? Keeping on expanding our horizons to continue going above and beyond for our current and future clients by offering innovative services that inspire confidence and connection.

As part of the larger Dulcedo Group family, I’d say a key denominator among us is that we are visionaries and passionate individuals driven by creativity and limitless possibilities. We strive to surround ourselves with like-minded people. Our corporate culture is a top priority, we are a hardworking, collaborative team of active listeners, always supporting each other to achieve our best. It’s simple really, we believe in fostering a space where every voice is heard, and where innovation thrives! I couldn’t recommend this workplace more to you.

The opportunity:
We are looking for an Account Coordinator to join our Integrated Communications Team. In this role, you will have a significant impact on shaping public perception and enhancing the visibility of our clients. You’ll be an integral part of our team, working closely with other creative minds from different departments to develop and implement strategic communication plans that resonate with target audiences and align with our clients' overall strategy. Your creativity will shine through the development of engaging press materials, the cultivation of strong media relationships, and the execution of memorable press events, to name a few.

What you'll be expected to do:

1. Collaborate effortlessly with our team to create and execute innovative communication strategies that align with both our clients’ and our brand's vision and goals.
2. Master the art of pitching by crafting persuasive media pitches and press releases, positioning our clients in front of the right audiences, and contributing to the execution of high-impact press events.
3. Monitor media coverage to track the success of pitches and ensure that our clients' stories are being accurately represented across all channels, providing timely updates to the team.
4. Build and nurture lasting relationships with media outlets, creating authentic, long-term partnerships that enhance our brand's reputation and amplify our clients' stories.
5. Manage and refine media lists with precision, ensuring our messaging reaches the right people for maximum impact.
6. Stay on top of trends by identifying new PR opportunities and contributing fresh, creative ideas to projects and partnerships.
7. Keep us informed by generating monthly and annual reports that provide actionable insights and metrics to assess the effectiveness of our PR efforts.
8. Stay organized and efficient by maintaining our PR and social media tracker using the latest tools and software, ensuring all updates are accurate and timely.

What you bring to the table:

1. Between 1 and 2 years of hands-on experience, gained through internships and permanent roles—ideally within an agency setting. You’ve already made your mark in the PR world, and you’re eager to continue growing and contributing!
2. Pitching is second nature to you—you have experience crafting compelling pitches that grab the media’s attention and position clients for success.
3. A bachelor’s degree in Public Relations or Communications is preferred, but not mandatory—we also value diverse disciplines! Different backgrounds bring fresh perspectives.
4. Fluency in both written and spoken French and English is required for this role.
5. You’re a true team player with grit, always ready to go above and beyond to support your colleagues and ensure the success of the team.
6. You thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment—you’re energized by hustle and bustle, and love making things happen.
7. You’re highly organized and love getting the details just right.
8. You’re excited about learning and continuously growing in the PR and influencer marketing world, especially within the beauty, fashion, and lifestyle industries.

What's in it for you:

1. Join a vibrant and supportive team that shares a deep passion for fashion, beauty, and all things lifestyle!
2. Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work environment giving you the freedom to adapt your schedule to changing circumstances.
3. Experience the joy of Freestyle Fridays, where we wrap up work at 2:00 PM every Friday.
4. Benefit from Comprehensive Insurance that covers dental, vision, and medical needs for you and your loved ones after just one month.
5. As a division of Dulcedo Management, Sundae Creative offers the best of both worlds: the dynamic environment of a startup bolstered with the additional support of Dulcedo's 15+ years in the industry.
6. Explore numerous internal advancement opportunities in our rapidly growing company, where the sky's the limit!
7. Join our tight-knit team, where we highly value respect and collaboration as part of our awesome corporate culture.