Hybrid PR Account Executive — Earned Media & Strategy

Jackson Spalding, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit sharing

Unlimited sick days

401(k) match

Flexible work environment

Hybrid work (3 days in-office, 2 days

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Jackson Spalding in Atlanta (GA) seeks a Public Relations Account Executive to lead day‑to‑day PR and earned media for national and local clients, collaborating across teams to deliver solid results.

The role requires 3–5 years in communications or PR with agency experience, strong writing and AP style, and proven project management skills to guide campaigns and reporting.

This is a fast‑paced position with opportunities to grow at a hungry, humble agency that values integrity and client impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or PR.
• 3–5 years communications or public relations experience with 1–2 years in an agency environment
• Demonstrated success and passion for earned media across multiple channels
• Strong writing/editing skills; AP Style proficiency
• Strong project management skills and comfort with technology tools such as Asana
• Excellent communicator and collaborator; strong attention to detail
• Experience with using AI responsibly and effectively
• Proficiency in languages in addition to English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic earned media plans at a national and local level for B2B and B2C clients across multiple industries
• Pitch and secure earned media
• Build relationships with reporters and key stakeholders
• Monitor news, cultural moments and industry trends to spot opportunities and risks
• Support reputation management and help teams navigate emerging issues
• Partner with specialists across the agency to deliver integrated campaigns
• Pitch & build relationships with reporters/producers/editors
• Tailor angles and messaging for diverse audiences and outlets
• Monitor news/social channels for opportunities, risks, and emerging narratives
• Lead and support client-facing projects and be accountable for outcomes
• Coordinate timelines, workflows and deliverables for public relations work across internal teams
• Communicate clearly with teammates and clients; delegate thoughtfully as appropriate
• Contribute to decision-making and strategic thinking on projects you own
• Oversee reporting on PR results for projects you lead
• Support new business efforts
• Budget & Operations: Support and maintain clients’ budgets and billing

Skills

Strong writing/editing

AP Style proficiency

Project management

Excellent communicator

AI experience

Languages other than English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Tools

Asana

Job description

Jackson Spalding in Atlanta (GA) seeks a Public Relations Account Executive to lead day‑to‑day PR and earned media for national and local clients, collaborating across teams to deliver solid results.

The role requires 3–5 years in communications or PR with agency experience, strong writing and AP style, and proven project management skills to guide campaigns and reporting.

This is a fast‑paced position with opportunities to grow at a hungry, humble agency that values integrity and client impact.