Account Executive, PR

MMGY Global; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework policy

PTO + benefits package

Summer Fridays

Road Warrior travel benefits

Job summary

MMGY Global is seeking an Account Executive, PR in New York to craft compelling press materials and pitch stories to top outlets. You will collaborate with teams to manage media relations for travel and lifestyle clients, ensuring timely coverage and impactful campaigns.

Strong writing and organizational skills are essential. The role offers a hybrid work model with travel opportunities and a growth-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or related field.
• 1–2+ years fulltime PR or related experience with travel/lifestyle clients preferred.
• Strong detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage projects.
• Excellent writing skills, both technical and creative.
• Strong news writing and reporting proficiency.
• Good base of media contacts and media pitching skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR strategies for travel/lifestyle clients.
• Pitch stories to national and regional media and manage media contacts.
• Create compelling press materials and track coverage.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet client objectives.

Skills

Public relations writing

Media pitching

Media relations

Time management

Social media savvy

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/journalism

Tools

Cision

Muck Rack

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

At MMGY Global, we believe nothing shapes your view of the world like travel. So every day, we share our clients’ stories from a perspective that inspires people to see the world differently. Our personalized service and strategy connect media, consumers and influencers across the globe, taking people to new places and changing their views for the better. At MMGY, we inspire people to go places.

We have an immediate opening for an Account Executive, PR in our New York office.

If you are looking for a PR agency home where your career path is our priority, let’s talk. At MMGY, keeping our executives engaged and fulfilled is just as important as keeping our clients happy. From global hotel & resort brands to cruise lines, trains, tour operators and destinations around the world, we have an exciting roster of clients for which we are seeking a talented ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE at our NYC location. If you are outgoing, energetic, innovative, resourceful and love to write, then this job is for you.

We offer industry-leading benefits with half-day Summer Fridays and are closing the week between Christmas and New Year’s. Our Culture Crew throws fun team events and we have a robust training program. After two years, we offer generous anniversary travel benefits because we want our employees to see the world - and help pay for it. Plus, the more business trips you take, the more Road Warrior benefits you receive to buy upgrades, lounge passes and more. Yes, work/life balance is a real focus for us.

Is this you?

• Minimum of an undergraduate degree (Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts) in communications, journalism, or related field
• 1-2+ years fulltime PR/job-related experience in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism or related fields, with direct travel and lifestyle client background preferred
• Strong detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage projects effectively
• Excellent writing skills, both technical and creative
• Strong news writing and reporting proficiency
• Good base of media contacts
• Demonstrable media pitching skills
• Solid understanding of social media and how to utilize it
• Sensitivity to deadlines
• Ability to anticipate needs and learn quickly
• Sensitive listening skills (from client, supervisor, and media)
• Results-oriented thinking, effective judgment, and ability to anticipate, spot, and fix problems
• Self-motivated and resourceful
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Computer proficiency and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google programs; Cision, MuckRack and other PR programs a bonus
• Good sense of humor and a love for travel is a must!

Salary Range: $56,000 - $58,000

MMGY Global provides a comprehensive PTO + benefits package that includes a hybrid telework policy. Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa. MMGY Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Who Are We? We’re a travel-obsessed collective of more than 600 people across the country and around the globe. And when we say we inspire people to go places, we mean ALL people. That’s why we’re focused on nurturing a workforce that is representative of the places we visit.