Assistant Account Executive

42west, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

42West, LLC in New York, NY is seeking an Assistant Account Executive - Public Relations to join our dynamic team. You will work with creative, client-focused professionals and contribute to developing pitches, press releases, and media outreach while coordinating schedules and logistics for multiple accounts.

The role emphasizes strong writing, collaboration, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and proofreading skills.
• Resourceful with good time management.
• Willing to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Research
• Assist in writing pitch letters and press releases
• Calendar/schedule/itinerary management
• Provide logistical support on multiple client accounts
• Media Monitoring
• Maintain accurate media lists and pitch calls for client teams
• Oversee aspects of a client's campaign including press release distribution and media outreach

Skills

Writing & proofreading

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR or related field

Job description

The Talent Division at 42West is looking for a dynamic, motivated Assistant Account Executive - Public Relations to join our team.

• Do you enjoy working with smart, creative, client-focused professionals?
• Do you appreciate working collaboratively within teams of people who respect and appreciate each other?
• Do you have ideas and want to be heard?
• Do you like to work hard and play hard, all while having fun and making a difference?

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a fundamental understanding of Public Relations, with the ability to write well, are passionate about entertainment, eager to grow in the PR field, and have a foundational knowledge of media and how it works, we want to meet you!

Responsibilities will include:

• Research
• Assist in writing pitch letters and press releases (must possess good writing and proofreading skills)
• Calendar/schedule/itinerary management
• Provide logistical support on multiple client accounts
• Media Monitoring
• Assist client teams by developing and maintaining accurate media lists, pitch calls, and other proprietary databases as directed.
• Overseeing specific aspects of a client's campaign, including, press release distribution, media outreach and facilitation, press days, promotions, etc.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be resourceful with good time management skills
• Internship experience in Public Relations is a plus.
• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field and the drive to kick-start your career in PR is highly valued.
• Willing to work overtime.

If you are dynamic, collaborative, and enthusiastic and you thrive in a fast-paced, challenging, and energizing environment, you will be a great addition to our diverse team of energetic problem solvers.