Senior Account Executive, Tech PR New York

5W Public Relations; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public relations firm in New York is looking for a Senior Account Executive to join their Tech practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in PR agency settings, particularly with Tech clients. Responsibilities include developing media materials, nurturing media relationships, and leading junior staff. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including flexible PTO and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits

Flexible PTO

Summer and Winter Fridays

Hybrid work model

Continuous learning opportunities

Professional Development Support

Access to season tickets for sports and shows

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of PR agency experience with Tech experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop media materials for clients.
• Drive consistent media results across client portfolios.
• Provide guidance to junior-level staff.

Skills

Account Management

Media Relations

Communication

Education

B.A. in Public Relations

Job description

5W is seeking a Senior Account Executive to join 5W’sTech practice. The ideal individual will have worked with Tech - based clients within an agency setting, is an expert at pitching and possesses superior account and time management skills. This is an exciting opportunity that promises to offer challenges and professional development in an environment where drive, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to exceed expectations is a winning recipe for success.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Create and develop media materials – press kits, press releases, media alerts, fact sheets, bios, case studies and backgrounders
• Develop pro-active pitch ideas for clients based on their industry, current trends and various announcements
• Drive consistent and impactful media results across your portfolio of clients
• Develop and nurture relationships with influential members of the Tech media and industry to develop placements
• Contribute to strategic communication plans, including media opportunities, tactics, and timelines as needed
• Monitor media and seek out speaking opportunities for clients as “experts in their field”, as needed
• Provide strong guidance and leadership to junior-level staff
• Daily client interaction to update, report on and discuss media relations
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop strategic/creative thinking for clients
• Additional research, duties and projects as required

Here’s what you have:

• S/B.A in Public Relations or related field
• 3-4 years of PR agency experience – with Tech experiencepreferred
• The ability to drive a robust volume of meaningful, top-tier placements
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Creative and energetic personality!

Why you’ll love working here:

• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits & wellness programs including partnership with ClassPass!
• Flexible PTO
• Summer Fridays and Winter, Spring, and Fall Fridays too!
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance
• Expanded parental leave and family planning support
• Continuous learning through “5W University” and development initiatives
• Professional Development Support
• Exclusive access to season tickets for pro sports teams along with Broadway shows, and more!
• Charitable giving, including matching donations

Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications

NYC Salary Range

$65,000 - $80,000 USD

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