Account Executive, PR & PA

EMA Management Services Group, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); Remote; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mower is a fully remote-first agency seeking an Account Executive in Public Relations & Public Affairs to build and execute strategic communications programs for clients from Syracuse, NY. You will manage day-to-day client activities, grow media relationships, and identify storytelling opportunities across channels.

The ideal candidate is curious, proactive, and collaborative, with strong writing, media instincts, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced agency environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism, political science, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of professional experience in public relations, public affairs, or a related communications role.
• Strong writing and editing skills, including familiarity with AP style and SEO best practices.
• Experience developing media pitches, researching media opportunities, and securing editorial coverage.
• Knowledge of social media platforms, digital communications, and emerging media trends.
• Experience supporting client communications programs, managing multiple projects, and meeting deadlines.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with communications measurement, reporting, and analytics tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, colleagues, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent storytelling, writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building skills with clients, media contacts, and internal teams.
• Creative thinking and the ability to identify compelling stories and communications opportunities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable taking initiative.
• Ability to think strategically while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Curiosity about current events, industry trends, media, and emerging communications technologies.
• Sound judgment and an understanding of ethical communications practices.
• AI proficiency: Ability to confidently and responsibly use AI tools in daily work to improve efficiency, creativity, and insight.
• A collaborative, positive attitude and a willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to the success of the team.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day client relationships and serve as a key point of contact for assigned accounts.
• Participate in client discussions about PR and PA strategies and recommend tactics that support client objectives.
• Manage multiple client accounts and projects simultaneously, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.
• Proactively bring new ideas, insights, and opportunities to clients.
• Collaborate with PR/PA leadership and internal account teams to plan and execute successful communications programs.
• Maintain client status reports, project updates, and measurement documents.
• Assist with client budget management and help ensure programs are delivered efficiently and effectively.

Skills

Media relations

Storytelling

Writing

Client relationship management

Project coordination

Public relations

Strategic communications

Time management

Collaboration

Proactivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in public relations or communications

Tools

AI tools

SEO basics

AP style

Job description

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Account Executive, PR & PA

Public Relations Full Time Syracuse, NY, US

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $60,000.00 Annually

Mower is a fiercely independent, 100% employee-owned, full-service advertising, marketing, and public relations agency with team members located across the United States.

Our team is seeking an Account Executive, Public Relations & Public Affairs to help develop and execute strategic communications programs for our clients. This individual will play an important role in managing day-to-day client activities, building relationships with media and other key audiences, and identifying creative opportunities to tell compelling stories across multiple channels.

The ideal candidate is a curious, proactive, and collaborative communications professional who loves storytelling, brings fresh ideas to the table, and thrives in a fast-paced agency environment. They are strong writers, thoughtful communicators, and natural relationship builders who can balance multiple priorities while delivering exceptional client service.

Other duties may be assigned.

Client Relationship & Account Management

• Support day-to-day client relationships and serve as a key point of contact for assigned accounts.
• Participate in client discussions about PR and PA strategies and recommend tactics that support client objectives.
• Manage multiple client accounts and projects simultaneously, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.
• Proactively bring new ideas, insights, and opportunities to clients.
• Collaborate with PR/PA leadership and internal account teams to plan and execute successful communications programs.
• Maintain client status reports, project updates, and measurement documents.
• Assist with client budget management and help ensure programs are delivered efficiently and effectively.

Media Relations, Content & Storytelling

• Develop compelling story angles, media pitches, press materials, and other written communications that engage target audiences.
• Research media outlets, journalists, influencers, and emerging opportunities to secure meaningful editorial coverage.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and keep agency media databases current.
• Apply strong writing and editing skills, including AP style and SEO best practices.
• Identify opportunities to tell client stories through video, photography, graphics, social media, and other channels.
• Stay current on media trends, industry developments, and the evolving communications landscape.

Integrated Communications & Program Execution

• Help develop and execute integrated PR and PA programs that support client business and communications goals.
• Collaborate with Mower teams across Public Relations, Public Affairs, Creative, Strategy, Digital, Social Media, and other disciplines to deliver effective client solutions.
• Support the planning and execution of special events, media opportunities, and client activation programs.
• Use social media platforms and digital tools to execute communications initiatives and engage target audiences.
• Monitor and measure program performance using agency tools and provide insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Stay informed about client industries, economic and political developments, and emerging communications practices.
• Recognize potential legal, regulatory, and ethical considerations in client communications and work with agency leadership to address concerns appropriately.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure projects move forward smoothly and client expectations are met.
• Provide guidance and support to Assistant Account Executives and interns, helping them develop their PR and PA skills.
• Contribute ideas, perspectives, and creative solutions that strengthen client programs.
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and a willingness to take ownership of assignments.
• Support a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism, political science, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of professional experience in public relations, public affairs, or a related communications role.
• Strong writing and editing skills, including familiarity with AP style and SEO best practices.
• Experience developing media pitches, researching media opportunities, and securing editorial coverage.
• Knowledge of social media platforms, digital communications, and emerging media trends.
• Experience supporting client communications programs, managing multiple projects, and meeting deadlines.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with communications measurement, reporting, and analytics tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, colleagues, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent storytelling, writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building skills with clients, media contacts, and internal teams.
• Creative thinking and the ability to identify compelling stories and communications opportunities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable taking initiative.
• Ability to think strategically while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Curiosity about current events, industry trends, media, and emerging communications technologies.
• Sound judgment and an understanding of ethical communications practices.
• AI proficiency: Ability to confidently and responsibly use AI tools in daily work to improve efficiency, creativity, and insight. Demonstrates curiosity about emerging technologies and identifies innovative ways to apply AI to enhance productivity, storytelling, research, and client outcomes while adhering to Mower policies. Embraces new possibilities and adapts readily to evolving technologies.
• A collaborative, positive attitude and a willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to the success of the team.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 annually

Salary differential is based on seniority, merit, education, training, and experience.

Location: Mower is a remote-first agency and welcomes candidates residing in the following states:

Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.