Health PR Account Executive — Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Highwire; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Generous vacation policy

401(k) matching

Empower Hours program

Job summary

Highwire is seeking an Account Executive, Public Relations (Health) to join our Health team, translating complex healthcare topics into clear narratives and supporting media relations for client programs.

We value 2–3 years of PR/communications experience, a healthcare background, and strong writing skills. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of PR or communications experience in an agency setting
• Background in healthcare, life sciences, or health-tech sectors
• Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for detail and clarity
• Experience supporting media relations and securing coverage
• Strong organization and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
• Curiosity about emerging technology trends and storytelling opportunities
• A proactive, team-oriented, and growth-minded attitude

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day client account work, including media relations and content development
• Help manage projects by tracking deliverables, timelines, and priorities
• Participate in client calls and meetings, taking notes and drafting recaps
• Research industry trends, competitors, and media opportunities
• Assist in creating quarterly campaign plans and PR recommendations
• Build and maintain relationships with reporters and influencers
• Draft, refine, and distribute pitches that generate coverage
• Monitor media coverage to identify opportunities
• Write and edit content across formats like press releases and bios
• Track, analyze, and report on media results

Skills

Strong writing

Media relations

Healthcare knowledge

Collaboration

Project coordination

Job description

Highwire is seeking an Account Executive, Public Relations (Health) to join our Health team, translating complex healthcare topics into clear narratives and supporting media relations for client programs.

We value 2–3 years of PR/communications experience, a healthcare background, and strong writing skills. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.