Assistant Account Executive, Technology

Edelman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Assistant Account Executive to join their dynamic Technology team. In this role, you will engage in impactful storytelling and innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to award-winning campaigns, this is the perfect opportunity for you. You will support account teams, conduct media outreach, and develop essential materials while fostering strong relationships with key media. Join a company committed to diversity and inclusion, and help shape the future of technology communications.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Travel Assistance

Wellness Programming

Annual Bonuses

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience required.
• 0-6 months internship experience in Communications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support account teams in daily activities and media outreach.
• Research and write materials, including pitches and fact sheets.
• Build relationships with media and maintain media lists.

Skills

Media Relations

Creative Storytelling

Research Skills

Writing and Editing

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Social Media Platforms

Job description

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.

Our Technology practice sits at the nexus point of innovative, integrated campaigns for technologies that impact consumers, society, and our way of life.

We’re looking for communicators that are passionate about telling deep, impactful stories at this intersection, using creativity, analytics, and media relations skills to move conversations forward in a meaningful way.

We are seeking an Assistant Account Executive (AAE) to join our growing team to help us realize this vision and drive our industry forward. A great AAE for the Edelman Technology team is somewhat of a unicorn: someone who understands a wide array of technologies, knows how to reach a variety of consumer and business audiences, and has an appetite to own and drive the kinds of integrated communications marketing campaigns that win awards.

This is no ordinary technology communications role. If you’re passionate about technology but want to expand your horizons and do transformative work for game-changing brands, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Support account teams in daily activities – learn Edelman’s various consulting processes/approaches, including integrated communications, media relations, trend monitoring, and support account teams in the execution of these processes for clients.
• Understand key client information including business strategy, products and services, key customers, and competitors.
• Build and foster ongoing relationships with key media across brands and maintain media lists for varying initiatives.
• 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.
• Assist with research including industry trends, media opportunities, and competitor innovations.
• Provide client service administration including preparing client status and activity reports, attending meetings and conference calls, compiling media monitoring reports, PR recaps and competitor coverage, scheduling, and logistics.
• Demonstrate a general knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Edelman’s values and Code of Ethics and Business Conduct.

Basic Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (public relations, communications, English, journalism, advertising, business) or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 0-6 months’ internship experience in Communications and/or related fields.
• Proven ability to manage multiple small or medium-sized projects simultaneously.
• Ability to manage time effectively, proactively communicate bandwidth, and complete deadline-oriented projects.
• Able to perform well under pressure and be a team player.
• Demonstrate proactivity and the ability to make recommendations to team members to improve work.
• Willingness to be creative and think outside the box.
• Strong research, writing and editing skills, as well as the ability to interact with clients professionally and maintain relationships with media members.

$40,000 - $52,000 a year

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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 programming.

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.