Senior Account Executive

RLM Public Relations; New York (NY); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading PR agency in New York is seeking a Senior Account Executive to manage client relations and develop PR strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in public relations, particularly with media relations. Responsibilities include drafting press materials, securing media placements, and monitoring coverage. This remote role is open exclusively to applicants in the tri-state area and requires strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in public relations.
• Experience working with B2B/B2C clients is essential.
• Experience with crisis management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PR strategies.
• Manage client relationships and expectations.
• Draft and edit press materials and reports.
• Secure media placements and monitor coverage.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent client management and relationship skills

Ability to develop and implement PR strategies and tactics

Experience drafting and editing press materials

Experience securing media placements

Ability to work independently and remotely

Supervisory experience and mentorship skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field

Job description

Senior Account Executive Role Description

Please note we are looking for freelancers who demonstrate proven media relations success. The candidate must have 5-7 yrs PR firm experience as a Senior Public Relations Account Executive and or Media Relations Strategist. Suffice it to say, the role is media relations heavy with a lot of pitch writing and creative ideation involved.

The Senior Public Relations Account Executive will be responsible for developing and implementing PR strategies, managing client relationships, drafting and editing press materials, and securing media placements. The Senior Public Relations Account Executive will also be responsible for monitoring media coverage, tracking and analyzing results, and presenting reports.

Qualifications

• While we are fully remote, we are looking for applicants EXCLUSIVELY in the tri-state area
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent client management and relationship skills
• Ability to develop and implement PR strategies and tactics
• Experience drafting and editing press materials
• Experience securing media placements and managing media relationships
• Ability to work independently and remotely
• Supervisory experience and mentorship skills
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in public relations
• Experience working with B2B/B2C clients an absolute must
• Experience with crisis management is a plus

Company Description

RLM Public Relations is a full-service PR agency headquartered in New York City. For over 30 years, RLM PR has been an innovative leader and PR visionary, delivering results that give clients a competitive advantage. The agency has represented high-profile individuals, established companies, and start-ups across dozens of industries. RLM PR is known for its unique, non-templated campaigns, crisis management expertise, and highly selective process for determining which clients to represent.