Public Relations Account Executive

Phoenixprsa; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Professional development

Job summary

J. Lauren PR, based in Tempe, AZ, is seeking an Account Executive to join our luxury and lifestyle PR team. You will craft press materials, manage media lists, coordinate influencer campaigns, and support event planning for local and national coverage.

Applicants should have 3+ years of agency experience, excellent writing and AP style, and strong client communication skills. This is a fast-paced, collaborative role within a boutique firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (journalism or PR degree preferred).
• 3+ years of experience (agency experience preferred).
• Strong writing skills (PR and social media).
• AP Style.

Skills

Strong writing skills

AP Style

Media relations

Copywriting

Event planning

Project management

Team player

Social media campaigns

Influencer campaigns

Media events / FAMs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

J. Lauren PR is a leading boutique public relations, social media and marketing firm that specializes in luxury and lifestyle brands with clients along the West Coast. Based in Tempe, Ariz., client industries include hospitality, restaurant, residential and commercial real estate, retail, and more.

We are growing and looking to add the best and brightest to our team. To be considered, please email a cover letter and resume to [e-mail] with the subject "PR Account Executive Resume". No phone calls please.

Location

Tempe, AZ

Reports to

President

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (journalism or PR degree preferred)
• 3+ years of experience (agency experience preferred)
• Strong writing skills (PR and social media)
• AP Style
• PR Reporting
• Highly motivated

Skills & Qualities

• Strong track record of securing media coverage on behalf of clients locally and nationally.
• Copywriting for press releases, media advisories, social media and the like.
• Media relations and ability to build media lists in various markets and industries.
• Effective client communication and management.
• Event planning and execution.
• Effective organizational and project management skills.
• Proven ability to work well under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, organizational and follow-up skills.
• Possess knowledge of various industries including residential real estate, retail, hospitality, restaurant and luxury brands.
• Able to work in a team environment as an enthusiastic team player.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and media representatives.
• Refined understanding of social media platforms and experience with influencer campaigns on behalf of brands.
• Facilitate media events and FAMs in local and national markets

Firm offers a competitive salary, 100 percent healthcare coverage for employees, continued education and professional development opportunities, a 401K with matching, PTO (paid time off) and incentive programs.

Firm hosts regular company lunches, happy hours, quarterly outings, in-office wellness afternoons and fitness activities.