Public Relations Account Coordinator

The PR Net; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Mental Health Days

Hybrid schedule

Health insurance

401k with company match

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

The Consultancy PR (TCPR) in New York, NY, seeks a Public Relations Account Coordinator to support daily media outreach and client engagement. The role combines hands-on media monitoring with proactive list-building across home/design, fashion, and lifestyle outlets.

The position offers hybrid work and opportunities to grow within a boutique-agency setting. Requirements include a BS/BA in PR or Communications and internship experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations or Communications or related field.
• Entry-level with internship experience in PR encouraged.
• Strong writing, interpersonal, and networking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Proactive media monitoring and trackers for placements.
• Daily account management: meetings, recaps, agendas, reports, and research.
• Build media lists for home/design, fashion, lifestyle outlets nationwide.
• Assist with media outreach and press materials alongside an Account Executive.
• Maintain media/influencer databases and monitor industry news.
• Support social content calendars with the internal team.
• Prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate progress.

Skills

PR/Communications

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Google Workspace

Research skills

Public speaking

Education

B.S./B.A. in PR/Communications

Tools

Muck Rack

PR Newswire/Businesswire

Cision

Job description

Public Relations Account Coordinator

Location: New York, NY, Field: PR/Communications, Experience: 1-2 year(s), Basis: Full-time

Background

The Consultancy PR (TCPR) is a dynamic brand communications practice that merges the sophisticated, senior-level execution of a big agency with the more personalized approach and entrepreneurial spirit of a boutique firm. We pride ourselves on transcending the traditional client/agency relationship and serving as a true partner to our clients, and an extension of their internal teams, across all facets of their business. The firm’s clients represent the best-in-class brands and individuals within the home/design, architecture, and luxury lifestyle categories. Our core capabilities lie within the following areas:

• Communications and Digital Strategies
• Key Messaging and Brand Positioning
• Image Development
• Creative Consulting
• Brand Partnerships and Collaborations
• Event Management and Execution
• Influencer Relations
• Social Media Community Management
• A+D Community Networking
• Affiliate Marketing

Roles and Responsibilities

• Proactive media monitoring and maintaining trackers of media and pending placements.
• Daily account management duties, including coordination of sample loans, meeting planning, developing recaps and agendas, monthly status reports, updating contact lists, conducting client-related research, maintaining subscriptions, etc.
• Build targeted media lists in home/design, fashion (men’s and women’s), accessories, lifestyle, consumer, and business outlets on a national and regional level, in print and digital categories for general outreach and targeted press/client events.
• Contribute to media outreach (in tandem with an Account Executive) and press material development, inclusive of pitches, face sheets, media alerts, media briefings, etc.
• Maintain an extensive industry database of media and influencers, as well as architecture and design firms in key markets throughout the US.
• Stay up-to-date on relevant consumer and trade media, including print and digital publications; report to the team on industry news and opportunities for clients on a regular basis.
• Work in tandem with the internal social media team to support the firm’s social content calendar.
• Possess an interest in understanding how to prioritize duties, meet deadlines, proactively communicate progress, and deliverables.
• This position will support the entire team and report directly to an Account Executive.

Requirements

• B.S/B.A degree in Public Relations/Communications or a related field.
• Entry-level position; internship experience at a PR agency required.
• Exceptional interpersonal, networking, and verbal and written communications skills; team-oriented attitude.
• Creative, efficient, detail-oriented, and organized.
• Positive, can-do attitude.
• Proactive with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a collaborative yet fast-paced environment.
• Flexible, driven, curious, and passionate about the design industry.
• Excellent writing skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Google Workspace, including Docs, Sheets, Presentation, etc.
• Knowledge of PR databases/tools such as Muck Rack, PR Newswire/Businesswire, Cision, etc.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including sick time and unlimited paid time off.
• Quarterly Mental Health Days off.
• Maternity/paternity, bereavement, and family medical leave.
• Summer Fridays begin at 1:30 PM from Memorial to Labor Day.
• Inclusive Holiday Calendar
• December break from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day.
• Hybrid work schedule
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for all employees.
• 401k plan for you to invest in your future that includes company matching.
• Monthly stipend for cell phone service.
• Celebration of individual and agency milestones (birthdays, etc.).

Note: This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of two days in the office. We are looking for candidates who plan to be in NYC long-term and are willing to travel if/as needed.