Senior Account Executive, Strategic Communications - Talent

Full Picture; West Hollywood (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Remote-friendly, hybrid work model

PTO plan

Designated days off for mental health

401(K) plan

Quarterly company outings

Full Picture University

Mentorship from industry experts

Job summary

Full Picture in West Hollywood, CA seeks a Senior Account Executive in Strategic Communications for Talent. Hybrid role; 3-4 days in office weekly, reporting to the Director, Talent PR.

You’ll lead select accounts, guide media relations, and drive strategic campaigns across entertainment, beauty, fashion, and lifestyle sectors. Ideal candidates bring 5-6 years of talent PR, 3+ years of people management, and strong relationships with editors and media outlets.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of PR experience working with talent/individuals
• At least 3 years of experience managing others
• Agency experience desired, but not required
• 4-year college degree
• Hands-on experience writing clear, interesting, effective press releases, media alerts, press pitches, and other materials
• Established relationships with long lead, short lead and online editors in entertainment, beauty, fashion and lifestyle sectors
• Established relationships with beauty, fashion and entertainment brands
• Strong and current understanding of social media platforms and an ability to increase personal brand awareness and generate press through this landscape

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage selected accounts with guidance and direction from the division head
• Serve as day-to-day internal lead and external contact for selected accounts
• Oversee workflow, deadlines, budgets, and resources (both team and dollars) for selected accounts
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and media representatives
• Assign, supervise and manage the activities of an Account Coordinator and Account Executive
• Generate strategic communication plans for selected accounts with an eye to developing smart, fresh and buzz-worthy ideas
• Organize and lead brainstorm/ideation sessions with internal team members
• Keep Division head apprised of account status including big ideas, issues and opportunities
• Be alert to opportunities for additional assignments from current clients, and look for ways for Full Picture to become more essential to their roster of external partners
• Pitch and secure media coverage across print, digital, broadcast, podcasts, and emerging platforms
• Coordinate and cover clients at press junkets, red carpets, premieres, appearances and media tours
• Prepare clients for interviews and public appearances through media training, briefing materials, and messaging
• Manage multiple accounts simultaneously while ensuring exceptional client service and meeting deadlines
• Participate as required in new business pitch submissions and meetings

Skills

PR experience

Media relations

Team leadership

Pitching

Networking with media

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Join the Full Picture Team

Senior Account Executive, Strategic Communications, Talent (West Hollywood, CA)

Location

West Hollywood, CA (hybrid, in office 3-4 days a week)

Reports To

Director, Talent PR

The Company

Full Picture is a collective of entrepreneurial-mind­ed, cross-industry experts who dream big, connect the dots in unexpected ways, and consistently deliver legacy-defining initiatives for our clients. Through our four divisions - Executive + Brand Strategy, Production, and Strategic Communications - we forecast trends, identify key moments, and capture the public's interest to bring our clients' ideas to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage selected accounts with guidance and direction from the division head
• Serve as day-to-day internal lead and external contact for selected accounts
• Oversee workflow, deadlines, budgets, and resources (both team and dollars) for selected accounts
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and media representatives
• Assign, supervise, mentor and manage the activities of an Account Coordinator and Account Executive
• Generate strategic communication plans for selected accounts with an eye to developing smart, fresh and buzz-worthy ideas
• Organize and lead brainstorm/ideation sessions with internal team members
• Keep Division head apprised of account status including big ideas, issues and opportunities
• Be alert to opportunities for additional assignments from current clients, and look for ways for Full Picture to become more essential to their roster of external partners
• Pitch and secure media coverage across print, digital, broadcast, podcasts, and emerging platforms
• Coordinate and cover clients at press junkets, red carpets, premieres, appearances and media tours
• Prepare clients for interviews and public appearances through media training, briefing materials, and messaging
• Manage multiple accounts simultaneously while ensuring exceptional client service and meeting deadlines
• Participate as required in new business pitch submissions and meetings

Required Skills & Attributes

• Ability to think both strategically and creatively as well as connect the dots
• Effective organizational and project management skills
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, organizational and follow‑up skills a must
• Ability to write interesting, creative, and effective profile pitches
• Possess strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work in a team environment- someone who is an enthusiastic team player and has the ability to get along with others
• Networking with media, PR professionals and industry events, a must
• Natural affinity for client service and experience working with a variety of client types and personalities
• Skilled and comfortable presenting to clients in both formal and informal settings
• Able to work well and remain both calm and solution‑oriented under pressure, i.e. multiple deadlines and tight turnaround schedules
• Polished, professional, mature demeanor

Required Experience

• 5-6 years of PR experience working with talent/individuals
• At least 3 years of experience managing others
• Agency experience desired, but not required
• 4-year college degree
• Hands‑on experience writing clear, interesting, effective press releases, media alerts, press pitches, and other materials
• Established relationships with long lead, short lead and online editors in entertainment, beauty, fashion and lifestyle sectors
• Established relationships with beauty, fashion and entertainment brands
• Strong and current understanding of social media platforms and an ability to increase personal brand awareness and generate press through this landscape

Skills & Qualities

• Manage and lead day-to-day for some of the agency's top clients
• Conceptualize and execute strategic communication plans across clients
• Able to lead, encourage, mentor, and develop junior staff members
• 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 a must
• Ability to write interesting, creative, and effective press releases, media alerts, press pitches and materials
• Possess knowledge of the corporate business media industry as well as popular culture
• Able to work in a team environment- someone who is an enthusiastic team player and has the ability to get along with others
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and media representatives and maximize these relationships to develop new business opportunities
• Effective client communication
• Create and implement proactive and targeted press campaigns

Benefits

The Spirit of Full Picture

We take great pride in everything we do to nurture the well‑being of our employees - from a comprehensive benefits program and flexible work arrangements to a strong focus on company culture with ongoing skill‑building and wellness opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome all smart, creative, future‑focused brains.

Full time team members are eligible for the following:

Company Benefits & Programs

• Comprehensive medical benefits including health, dental and vision coverage
• Remote-friendly, hybrid work model with offices in New York and LA
• PTO plan that varies by level and tenure
• Designated days off for mental health and wellness
• 401(K) plan
• Quarterly Company outings and team activities designed to promote knowledge and connectivity
• Full Picture University (FPU) and CEO master classes to fuel professional growth and development
• Mentorship from seasoned industry experts