Account Executive

Wilbert Group; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Insurance coverage & 401K match

Generous vacation & sick leave

Job summary

The Wilbert Group, a full-service PR, digital media and content firm based in Atlanta, is seeking an Account Executive to help tell clients’ stories. The ideal candidate has a PR/communications degree and 3+ years of PR experience, with strong writing, media strategy and pitching skills.

Hybrid work arrangement is available, with opportunities to work across industries including commercial real estate, professional services, retail, and nonprofits.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Write and review first drafts of press releases, media alerts, LinkedIn content and other PR materials
• Develop media lists using research tools like Muck Rack
• Pitch media and build relationships with journalists
• Help manage day-to-day account execution across multiple clients
• Lead client calls and meetings and communicate clearly with clients and internal teams
• Interview clients and help develop PR plans, messaging and media strategies
• Create monthly reports using internal tools
• Mentor and support junior team members
• Learn clients’ businesses and stay informed on industry news and trends
• Follow internal systems and processes, including time tracking and workflow management

Skills

Strong writing

Media strategy

Media pitching

Multi-tasking

Collaborative

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR/Communications

Tools

Muck Rack

Job description

The Wilbert Group is always on the lookout for talented account executives who want to help our clients tell their stories. We are a full-service public relations, digital media and content firm based in Atlanta with a national reach. Our clients span commercial real estate, professional services, retail, nonprofits and other industries.

The ideal candidate has a degree in public relations, communications or a related field, along with 3+ years of PR experience. This person is a strong writer, understands media strategy and pitching, can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn our clients’ businesses. Experience supporting executive thought leadership, crisis communications and LinkedIn programs is a plus. We are looking for someone who is collaborative, proactive and excited to work with our client teams to produce high-quality, thoughtful work.

Responsibilities

• Write and review first drafts of press releases, media alerts, LinkedIn content and other PR materials
• Develop media lists using Muck Rack and other research tools
• Pitch media and build strong relationships with journalists
• Help manage day-to-day account execution across multiple clients, ensuring projects move forward on time and at a high standard
• Lead client calls and meetings and communicate clearly with clients and internal teams
• Interview clients and help develop PR plans, messaging and media strategies
• Create monthly reports using internal tools and software
• Mentor and support junior team members through collaboration and feedback
• Learn clients’ businesses and stay informed on industry news and trends that impact them
• Follow internal systems and processes, including time tracking and workflow management

Benefits and Perks

• A hybrid schedule with three days in our Buckhead Atlanta office and two days work from home (Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
• Competitive benefits package including insurance coverage and 401K match
• Generous vacation days, an uncapped sick leave policy and four personal days to be used for non-company holidays, mental health days or whatever is important to you
• $100 monthly stipend to spend on wellness (gym memberships, massages, national park passes, running gear, you name it)
• Professional development opportunities such as in-house learning programs and budget for external conferences and training
• Office closed the week between Christmas and New Year’s
• Summer Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day
• Stocked kitchen, fun company gatherings and great coworkers
• A brief note (200 words or less) sharing why you’re a fit for the role
• A short, selfie-style video (60 seconds or less) explaining what specifically interests you about The Wilbert Group and this position. Please reference at least one case study, value or service that stood out during your research.