Account Executive

Agentry PR; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Agentry PR in New York City seeks an Account Executive to join its fast-paced, in-person team. Based in NYC, you will draft pitches, build media lists, and support events and client campaigns.

This role offers hands-on exposure to fashion, lifestyle and entertainment PR, opportunities to grow with senior leadership, and a collaborative boutique agency culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of PR or marketing communications experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with junior media contacts and a working understanding of the media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Draft pitches, press releases, media alerts, and other client-facing materials.
• Build and maintain media lists and cultivate relationships with junior media contacts.
• Monitor media coverage and compile clip reports for clients.
• Assist in the planning and execution of press events, launches, and activations.
• Research media opportunities and stay current on industry trends.
• Coordinate logistics and communications across accounts with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborate with senior team members on strategy, brainstorms, and client presentations.

Skills

PR experience

Media relations

Written communication

Organizational skills

Pitch writing

Attention to detail

Fashion/Lifestyle PR

Job description

Agentry PR | New York, NY | Full-Time | In-Person

ABOUT AGENTRY PR

Agentry PR is a boutique agency, small in size but loud in its messaging. Founded in 2010 by Erin Hawker, Agentry PR is a full-service marketing communications agency based in New York City, specializing in the fashion, lifestyle, and entertainment sectors across all facets of marketing and public relations — from brand strategy and media outreach to events, sponsorships, and VIP relations. The agency prides itself on delivering customized campaigns with measurable ROI, leveraging strong media connections and expertise in luxury branding, with clients including notable brands such as Uniqlo, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Cadillac.

THE ROLE

We are seeking an Account Executive to join our fast-paced, high-energy team in New York City. This is a fully in-person position — candidates must be based in NYC. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented, driven communicator looking to grow their career across fashion, lifestyle, and entertainment PR at a dynamic boutique agency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft pitches, press releases, media alerts, and other client-facing materials
• Build and maintain media lists and cultivate relationships with junior media contacts
• Monitor media coverage and compile clip reports for clients
• Assist in the planning and execution of press events, launches, and activations
• Research media opportunities and stay current on industry trends
• Coordinate logistics and communications across accounts with strong attention to detail
• Collaborate with senior team members on strategy, brainstorms, and client presentations

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years of PR or marketing communications experience, preferably at an agency
• Must reside in New York City — this is a fully in-person role
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail is essential
• Familiarity with junior media contacts and a working understanding of the media landscape
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy boutique environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience writing pitches, press releases, and client-facing materials
• Passion for fashion, lifestyle, and/or entertainment PR

WHY AGENTRY PR

The agency culture is positive and upbeat with a collaborative approach to ideation, events, and client strategy. At Agentry, you won’t get lost in a large agency — you’ll have direct exposure to senior leadership and real hands-on experience across a diverse portfolio of clients.