PR Account Executive

The Branded Agency; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Branded in Chicago is seeking an associate account executive to grow with our agency and thrive in a fast-paced, in-office environment. This role emphasizes media relations, fast adaptation under pressure, and collaborative work with teams.

The AE will draft pitches, build media lists, coordinate interviews, and prepare briefing documents, while joining weekly client calls and supporting research and account management. Chicago relocation is required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be a legal U.S. resident.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• College degree in journalism, marketing or related field.
• Must be proficient in AP Style.
• Prior agency internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle media relations and draft pitches.
• Develop media lists and coordinate interviews.
• Prepare briefing documents for client teams.
• Participate in weekly client calls.
• Support research projects and general account management.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

AP Style

Education

College degree in journalism, marketing or related field

Tools

Muck Rack

Media monitoring software

Job description

Branded is a communications agency with clients spanning the consumer, sports, lifestyle, entertainment, business to business and tech spaces.

And we’re hiring! Branded is looking for a dynamic associate account executive who wants to grow with our agency far beyond the position for which we’re hiring. Our business not only changes day to day but hour to hour, so, the ideal candidate is someone who works well under pressure, showcases the ability to adjust on the fly and works well both independently and in a group setting.

The account executive, integral to the Branded team, will primarily be responsible for handling media relations drafting pitches, developing media lists, coordinating interviews and preparing briefing documents. Additionally the assistant account executive is required to participate in weekly client calls and support research projects and account management.

This is an in-office position. If you are not based in Chicago or do not have immediate plans to relocate to Chicago, we kindly ask that you do not apply for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be a legal U.S. resident
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• College degree in journalism, marketing or related field
• Must be proficient in AP Style
• Prior agency internship experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with media database software (Muck Rack preferred)
• Experience with media monitoring software