Hybrid Assistant Account Executive: Corporate Communications

Burson; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Mentorship programs

Professional development opportunities

Benefits package

Job summary

Burson, a global communications leader, is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to support corporate, consumer, and financial services clients. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in media relations, influencer engagement, and reputation initiatives within a fast‑paced agency environment.

The role emphasizes strong writing, research, and collaboration skills, with exposure to senior leadership and multi‑industry campaigns. A hybrid work approach and robust benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or related field.
• 0–1 years of internship or entry-level experience in PR, communications, or agency environment.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills.
• Understanding of the current media landscape across national and digital outlets.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools such as Muck Rack, Brandwatch, NewsWhip.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Professional interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions.
• Interest in corporate reputation and complex communications challenges.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily media monitoring across national and regional outlets and prepare reports.
• Track emerging coverage and social conversations for insights and issue awareness.
• Support media and influencer relations; research reporters and build media lists.
• Draft and edit media pitches, press releases, and briefing documents under guidance.
• Support campaigns and cross‑functional workstreams in corporate, consumer, and financial services.
• Attend meetings, capture notes, and contribute ideas for client work.
• Assist with research, case studies, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional colleagues and external partners to ensure quality delivery.

Skills

Media monitoring

Writing

Editing

Research

Public relations

Deadline management

Communication

Team collaboration

Pitch development

Campaign support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism

Tools

Muck Rack

Brandwatch

NewsWhip

Job description

Burson, a global communications leader, is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to support corporate, consumer, and financial services clients. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in media relations, influencer engagement, and reputation initiatives within a fast‑paced agency environment.

The role emphasizes strong writing, research, and collaboration skills, with exposure to senior leadership and multi‑industry campaigns. A hybrid work approach and robust benefits are offered.