Assistant Account Executive, Corporate Reputation

Edelman; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to join its Corporate Reputation team. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to work with high-profile clients and develop innovative campaigns that shape public perception. You will gain hands-on experience in media relations, client service, and integrated communications strategies. In a fast-paced environment that values diversity and collaboration, you will learn from industry leaders while contributing to impactful projects. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about communications, this role is a perfect fit for your career growth.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Travel Assistance

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Entry-level position in communications with a focus on media relations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support account teams in daily activities and client service administration.
• Conduct media outreach and build relationships with key media.

Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Media Relations

Social Media Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Assistant Account Executive, Corporate Reputation

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Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum.

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

Edelman’s Corporate practice is a team of 100+ dedicated professionals and experts with backgrounds in political campaigns, government, philanthropy, journalism, digital media, creative strategy, management consulting, and integrated communications marketing. We help our clients build and protect their reputations and achieve their business goals while navigating shifting media, stakeholder, and regulatory environments.

As an Assistant Account Executive (AAE) , you’ll work with high-profile clients to create innovative, newsworthy campaigns for top brands and will play a key role in supporting communications plan development, research, client tracking, and media outreach to business, trade, and other types of media. You’ll build a strong foundation in media relations, working directly with reporters and partnering with Edelman colleagues across the network.

In this role, you'll do things like:

• Support account teams in daily activities – learn Edelman’s various consulting processes/approaches, including integrated communications, media relations, corporate communications, consumer engagement, trend monitoring, brand collaborations, social media and digital campaigns, and support account teams in the execution of these processes for clients
• Understand key client information including corporate business strategy, industry issues, products and services, key customers, consumer sentiment and competitors
• Provide client service administration including preparing client status and activity reports, attending meetings and conference calls, compiling media monitoring reports and competitor coverage, scheduling, and logistics
• Research, outline, write, edit, and proofread materials, specifically pitches, product key messages, fact sheets, talk tracks, media briefing documents and more
• Assist with research including analysis of media coverage and online conversations
• Build and foster ongoing relationships with key media across brands
• Research, outline, write, edit, and proofread materials, specifically pitches, product key messages, fact sheets, talk tracks, media briefing documents and more
• Conduct media outreach and follow up in alignment with pitch calendar and agile opportunities
• Provide client service administration including preparing client status and activity reports, attending meetings and conference calls, compiling media monitoring reports and competitor coverage, scheduling, and logistics
• Demonstrate a general knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the social media industry, influencer marketing, and basic principles of community engagement
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Edelman’s values and Code of Ethics and Business Conduct
  
  
  

You're a great fit if you:

• Are seeking an amazing workplace invested in supporting your growth and development
• Value a diverse and inclusive work environment and understand the importance of having a team that can represent all types of voices.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, flexible, ever-changing environment
• Are detail-oriented with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, capable of driving results, and working with a sense of urgency
• Can work independently as well as collaboratively with a team
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Want to learn from some of the best and brightest in the industry
  
  
  

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• This is an entry-level position. Candidates should demonstrate an interest in and understanding of the communications industry and basic principles of integrated communications.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 0-6 months’ internship experience in Communications and/or related fields, including research, advertising, management consulting, media or publishing
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and written and oral communications skills
• Ability to adapt to new conditions, deadlines and assignments
• Solid knowledge of the MS Office suite
• Demonstrates strong work ethic and the ability to provide quality work to clients and teams
  
  
  

$40,000 - $52,000 a year

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

Edelman offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

Edelman is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage racially and ethnically diverse people, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, parents, individuals with disabilities and members of any and all protected classes to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Advertising, Public Relations, and Marketing

• Industries

  Public Relations and Communications Services and Advertising Services

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