Account Coordinator (entry level)

Finn Partners; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

FINN Partners in Chicago is seeking an entry-level Account Coordinator to support Midwest client accounts and begin an agency career. You will assist with media lists, drafting and editing press materials, and monitoring coverage and reporting to measure impact.

The role requires at least six months of internships in PR, communications, or marketing, strong writing, and eagerness to learn; salary is $42,500 and will reflect experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of internship experience in PR, communications or marketing.
• Solid understanding of public relations, social media and integrated marketing communications strategies.
• Strong writing and editing skills with client-ready content.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Media Outreach: Building accurate media lists and assisting the team in pitching stories to local and national outlets.
• Content Support: Drafting and proofreading press releases, pitches and meeting summaries with minimal editing.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Tracking client coverage and industry news to report on impact.
• Trend Tracking: Staying updated on media trends relevant to clients’ industries.

Skills

Public relations

Social media

Integrated marketing communications

Writing & editing

Detail-oriented

Eager to learn

Education

Recent graduate

Job description

Account Coordinator (entry level)
Location: Chicago, IL

FINN Partners is looking for a recent graduate to join our Midwest team as an Account Coordinator. This is an entry-level role for someone who has completed at least six months of internships in PR, communications, or marketing and is ready to start their agency career.

You’ll provide the foundational support that keeps our client accounts moving. Your day-to-day will include:

• Media Outreach: Building accurate media lists and assisting the team in pitching stories to local and national outlets.
• Content Support: Drafting and proofreading press releases, pitches, and meeting summaries. We look for \"client-ready\" writing that requires minimal editing.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Tracking client coverage and industry news to help us report back on the impact of our work.
• Trend Tracking: Staying updated on social and traditional media trends relevant to our clients’ industries.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of six months of internship experience in the marketing communications field (agency experience a plus)
• Possesses a solid understanding of public relations, social media, and integrated marketing communications strategies, with the ability to apply them effectively across diverse client initiatives
• Consistently exhibit strong writing and editing skills, producing clear, concise, and well-tailored content that aligns with each client’s voice and tone. Work is polished, error-free, and client-ready, requiring minimal revisions.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and great at follow-up. You thrive in the fast-paced work environment and easily keep track of many moving parts.
• Demonstrate a strong eagerness to learn and grow, distinguishing yourself by asking thoughtful questions, actively seeking feedback, and embracing every opportunity to expand your knowledge.

The salary for this role is $42,500. The salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate's experience and dependent on the workplace.

About FINN Partners:

Founded in 2011 on the core principles of innovation and collaborative partnership, FINN Partners has become one of the fastest-growing independent public relations agencies in the world. Recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, PRovoke Media’s 100 Best Agencies in the U.S., 60 Best Agencies in Europe, and Midsize Agency of the Year in 2022, FINN’s success is a result of organic client growth combined with integrating new companies and new people into the agency through a common philosophy. With approximately 1,300 professionals across 37 locations, FINN provides clients with global access and capabilities in the Americas, Europe and Asia. In addition, FINN provides its clients with access to top-tier agencies worldwide through its membership in the global network PROI.

Headquartered in New York, FINN operates in: Abu Dhabi, Atlanta, Bangalore, Bangkok, Beijing, Boston, Chicago, Columbus, Delhi, Denver, Detroit, Dublin, Fort Lauderdale, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Honolulu, Jerusalem, Kuala Lumpur, London, Los Angeles, Madison (Wisc.), Manila, Melbourne, Minneapolis, Mumbai, Munich, Nashville, Orange County (Calif.), Paris, Portland (Ore.), San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Singapore, Sydney, Vancouver (Wash.), Washington D.C. and Yangon.
For more information, visit finnpartners.com and follow us on LinkedIn (@finnpartners).