Account Executive - Lifestyle Team

DKC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

DKC is seeking a confident, dynamic Account Executive to join our Lifestyle practice in New York. The role focuses on media relations, influencer collaborations, and crafting press materials that showcase great work with pride.

You'll collaborate with a bi-coastal team and contribute to innovative campaigns that resonate with target audiences and deliver results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or related field preferred.
• 2-3 years in PR agency or in-house communications role focused on consumer brands.
• Familiarity with beauty, fashion, talent, pop culture, social trends.
• Experience with event logistics and execution.
• Thrive in fast-paced environment with time management and deadlines.
• Comfortable in internal team and client meetings/calls.

Responsibilities

• Work with team to execute strategic communications programs and report results.
• Draft quality press materials including media alerts, press releases, and briefing documents.
• Build and maintain curated media lists.
• Coordinate and schedule internal and client calls/meetings.
• Handle client reporting—from agendas to coverage reports.
• Work with Office Services on creative mailers and product sample inventory/shipments.
• Pitch media and secure coverage across print, digital, broadcast, and influencer channels.
• Build and maintain relationships with media and influencers.
• Deliver ongoing creative thinking for potential client collaborations and trendjacking.

Skills

Media relations

Influencer outreach

Press materials

Time management

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Event logistics

Job description

DKC is on the lookout for a confident, dynamic Account Executive to join our growing Lifestyle practice in New York. We're seeking a candidate who is fearless when it comes to media relations, thrives on finding / collaborating with that 'just right' influencer, brings creativity to press material development and merchandizes their great work with pride. The ideal candidate is someone eager to play a key role in executing innovative campaigns that resonate and deliver desired results.

This position requires close collaboration with a talented, bi-coastal team, so a team-first mindset and strong communication skills are essential.

We're looking for a driven, passionate, and skilled PR professional with a growing network of media and influencer relationships, and a track record of securing high-impact media coverage. The ideal candidate consistently produces high-quality work that aligns with client goals and advances broader brand strategies.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, or a related field preferred
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in a PR agency or in-house communications role, with a focus on consumer brands
• Familiarity with beauty, fashion, talent, pop culture, cultural moments, and social trends
• Experience with event logistics and execution
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment ... skilled at time management / handling multiple projects and deadlines
• Comfortable participating in internal team and client meetings/calls

DKC is on the lookout for a confident, dynamic Account Executive to join our growing Lifestyle practice in New York. We're seeking a candidate who is fearless when it comes to media relations, thrives on finding / collaborating with that 'just right' influencer, brings creativity to press material development and merchandizes their great work with pride. The ideal candidate is someone eager to play a key role in executing innovative campaigns that resonate and deliver desired results.

This position requires close collaboration with a talented, bi-coastal team, so a team-first mindset and strong communication skills are essential.

We're looking for a driven, passionate, and skilled PR professional with a growing network of media and influencer relationships, and a track record of securing high-impact media coverage. The ideal candidate consistently produces high-quality work that aligns with client goals and advances broader brand strategies.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, or a related field preferred
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in a PR agency or in-house communications role, with a focus on consumer brands
• Familiarity with beauty, fashion, talent, pop culture, cultural moments, and social trends
• Experience with event logistics and executioni>
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment ... skilled at time management / handling multiple projects and deadlines
• Comfortable participating in internal team and client meetings/calls

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with team members to execute strategic communications programs and effectively report results
• Draft quality press materials including media alerts, press releases, and briefing documents
• Build and maintain curated media listsi>
• Coordinate and schedule internal and client calls/meetings
• Handle client reporting -- from agendas to coverage reports
• Work with Office Services on creative mailers and product sample inventory/shipments
• Pitch media and secure coverage across print, digital, broadcast, and influencer channels for campaigns, product launches and events
• Build and maintain relationships with media and influencers
• Maintain a finger on the pulse; deliver always-on creative thinking across potential client collaborations, stunts, social opportunities and trendjacking

DKC operates on a hybrid weekly schedule (3 days in-office / 2 days WFH).

The salary range for this role is commensurate with experience: $50k - $65k.

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.

Department: Consumer/Lifestyle
This is a full time position