Account Executive - Spirits & Culinary

Nike Communications, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Financial Security

Time Off

Holiday Closure

Summer Flexibility

Family Support

Phone Expenses

Technology

Bonuses

Agency Bonding

Emphasis on DEI

Job summary

Nike Communications, Inc. in New York is seeking a New York-based Account Executive to join our team. You will work on a variety of accounts across the spirits and culinary industries, driving media outreach and client collaboration.

The role emphasizes relationship-building with journalists, crafting compelling reports, and supporting strategic media campaigns. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of PR experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for luxury and lifestyle brands.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of public relations experience; agency experience required.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with experience handling multiple clients or projects.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A genuine passion for public relations and an understanding of Luxury, Lifestyle and/or Entertainment industries.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; demonstrates cultural competency and collaboration.
• Adaptability in a dynamic workplace and ability to thrive under change.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Care: Supports the team with client communications, providing support and guidance with professionalism and empathy.
• Secure Placements, Share Stories: Conducts media relations daily, securing placements in national, regional, broadcast, and online media.
• Craft Compelling Reports: Manages and executes client reports, delivering insights and results.
• Shape Media Campaigns Together: Participates in strategy and brainstorming sessions to plan and execute campaigns.
• Bring Events to Life: Assists with facilitating media events and product launches.
• Build Lasting Relationships: Cultivates relationships with journalists and media members.

Skills

Public relations

Agency experience

Client communications

Media relations

Storytelling

Relationship building

Job description

About Us

Established in 1984, Nike Communications is a female-founded creative communications firm specializing in the marketing of prestige brands. We create meaningful connections between some of the world’s most iconic brands and their audiences by utilizing diverse perspectives to develop culturally relevant client campaigns. We believe differences fuel the creative spirit; that by embracing diverse perspectives and cultures, innovation can flourish, and creativity will shine through in each story we tell.

DEI Statement

Differences fuel the creative spirit.

At Nike Communications, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components to our success, and we are deeply committed to creating a workplace that values and supports the unique talents and perspectives of every individual. We are passionate about building an agency that truly reflects the diversity of our world, and we firmly believe that fostering a culture of inclusivity and equity is a fundamental responsibility shared by everyone within our agency.

More About the Role

Join our team as a New York-based Account Executive! Dive into a dynamic role, working on a variety of accounts across the spirits and culinary industries. Your chance to fuel the creative spirit starts here!

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Care: Supports the team with client communications, providing support and guidance with professionalism and empathy. Your dedication to client satisfaction strengthens our partnerships and drives our success.
• Secure Placements, Share Stories: Conducts media relations daily, securing placements in national, regional, broadcast, and online media. Your efforts amplify our clients' voices and share their stories with diverse audiences.
• Craft Compelling Reports: Manages and executes client reports as needed, delivering insights and results that demonstrate the impact of our efforts. Your attention to detail and analytical skills ensures our clients are informed and empowered.
• Shape Media Campaigns Together: Participates in strategy and brainstorming sessions to help plan and execute media campaigns. Your unique perspectives and ideas are valued as we work together to achieve our goals.
• Bring Events to Life: Assists with facilitating media events and product launches, ensuring every detail is perfect and every attendee feels welcome. Your enthusiasm and organizational skills make our events memorable.
• Build Lasting Relationships: Cultivates genuine relationships with journalists and media members, fostering trust and mutual respect. Your ability to connect with others strengthens our network and enhances our reputation.

The salary range is $60,000-$66,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Relevant Experience: At least 1yearof public relations experience, agency experience required
• Organizational Proficiency: Excellent time management and organizational skills with experience handling multiple clients or projects at the same time.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Passion and Industry Knowledge: A genuine passion for public relations and an in-depth understanding of Luxury, Lifestyle and/or Entertainment industries.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Embodies the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion; demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency, and the ability to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic workplace, showcasing adaptability and resilience

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Options for medical coverage through UnitedHealthcare, and Dental and Vision coverage through Principal
• Financial Security: Contribute to 401(k) plan for retirement with the potential agency contribution via year-end profit sharing
• Time Off: Enjoy 15 vacation days, with an extra day off on your birthday month
• Holiday Closure: Agency closed between Christmas and New Years for a well-deserved break, as well as 10 other holidays throughout the calendar year
• Summer Flexibility: Summer Fridays offer shorter work hours from Memorial Day to Labor Day
• Family Support: Benefit from 12 weeks of paid parental leave and formal policies to support working parents
• Phone Expenses: Receive business line, or have personal phone number covered on agency plan
• Technology: Company provided laptop and accessories, along with IT support
• Bonuses: Potential for discretionary end-of-year bonuses
• Agency Bonding: Engage in happy hours and our annual agency-wide offsite for camaraderie and celebration
• Emphasis on DEI: A variety of specialized employee resource groups, DEI programming and other initiatives

Nike Communications, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Nike Communications, Inc. is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.