Account Coordinator - Media and Technology Team

DKC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Cell phone reimbursement

Unlimited vacation & sick day policy

Latest technology

Job summary

DKC is seeking an entry-level Account Coordinator to begin a career in PR within the Media Tech team. The role emphasizes strong client service, relationship-building, and a proactive, scrappy attitude across departments to deliver high‑quality results.

You'll support across sports, health care, corporate, entertainment, lifestyle, public affairs, and data/analytics, coordinating tasks and ensuring deadlines are met.

Qualifications

• BA in marketing, PR, communications, journalism or related field.
• Ideally 1 year of public relations intern experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in media relations and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize work, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Communicate progress and deliverables to account teams.
• Collaborate across departments to support campaigns and client service.
• Assist in media relations activities and day-to-day PR tasks.

Skills

Media relations

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Account coordination

Education

BA in Marketing/PR/Communications/Journalism

Tools

Google Drive

Job description

LOOKING FOR AN ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION IN PR?

For more than three decades, DKC has been at the forefront of communications agencies, attracting the best and the brightest talent from around the country. Currently, we are searching for a trailblazing Account Coordinator who is ready to embark on a career in PR to join our Media Tech team.

Allow us to introduce ourselves:

• DKC is one of the country’s most innovative independent communications agencies
• Our world-class media and tech division is home to industry heavyweights like Spotify, Etsy, Airbnb, BMW, Marvel Entertainment, Bloomberg, and some of the hottest startups in tech product, platforms, and B2B solutions
• We strongly believe in the mantra, work hard, play harder, WIN TOGETHER!

With a vibrant and fast-paced atmosphere, DKC prides itself on offering a culture of fun, inclusivity and growth. From our employee committees focused on health & wellness, diversity and fun, to a hands-on-approach to training and career growth, DKC offers a wide range of options for career minded staff. Plus, we offer 401K match, cell phone reimbursement, an unlimited vacation and sick day policy, the latest technology for all digital natives and a welcoming environment that is all about perfecting the craft of communications.

The team is energetic, hardworking, and collaborative. We work closely with DKC’s other groups, including Sports, Health Care, Corporate, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Public Affairs, Data/Analytics, and our creative shop, Hangar4. We value self-starters with a curious mind and a good sense of humor, who hold client service in the highest regard.

We're looking for someone with energy and enthusiasm along with strong relationship-building skills and an ability to work effectively across all departments in the agency. Also, must have an ability to prioritize work, manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and actively communicate progress and deliverables to account teams. The position is ideal for a recent college graduate who is looking for a career in PR and seeking to join a team that consistently delivers exceptional results through high-quality work.

Now, a little about you:

• BA or defined education in marketing, PR, communications, journalism, or a related concentration
• Ideally 1 year of public relations intern experience
• Strong written and verbal communication
• You love media relations, a lot
• Strict attention to detail and the ability to work under tight deadlines
• Responsive and proactive on timely and priority campaigns and/or tasks
• Proficient in Google Drive applications, i.e. Docs, Sheets, Slides
• Proficient in online social applications i.e. Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube
• You have a 'make it happen' attitude - someone who is scrappy, creative, asks questions, provides status updates, and speaks to performance around key results
• You live and breathe 'accountability' - say what you'll do and do what you say

The salary range for this role is commensurate with experience: $40k - $45k.

Our office has a hybrid work model: in office 3 days a week, working remote 2 days a week.

At DKC, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our agency. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.