Strategic PR Account Executive - Travel & Hybrid

Articulate; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Travel opportunities

Vision insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Articulate is a specialist strategic communications agency based in New York's Flat Iron district. We are seeking an Account Executive to lead day-to-day account activities and guide the team across our client programs.

The role requires a publicity-driven mindset, strong writing and diplomacy, and the ability to deliver KPIs for each client. 18–24 months in PR/creative comms is expected, with a knack for networking and media outreach across epicurean, wines & spirits, luxury lifestyle, sports

Qualifications

• Publicity-driven with a keen sense of news and trends.
• Team player with the ability to envision the big picture while focusing on the details.
• Excellent written, verbal and diplomatic skills.
• Deliver at minimum agreed upon KPIs for each assigned client.
• 18-24 months experience in PR and creative communications field.
• Ability to collaborate with team to enhance the positive and dynamic work environment.
• Understanding of the North American media market across Print, Online and Broadcast – understand what outlets require from our brands and help craft pitches.
• Develop and foster a network of national and key market local media - specifically in epicurean, wines & spirits, luxury lifestyle, sports and entertainment.
• Strong organizational skills that allow for multitasking and meeting all deadlines.
• Actively attend networking and non-client events to develop new contacts and inspire new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Produce high level client ready work with minimal to zero oversight across email pitches, daily client written communications and press/messaging materials.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of the North American media market across Print, Online and Broadcast - driving high quality results for clients, meeting and exceeding KPIs.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with clients and partners, as well as with National and Regional media and influencers.
• Edit and ensure the quality of media materials and client facing documents - including timelines, press releases, media alerts, briefing documents, etc.
• Initiate, prepare and lead client meetings, partner conversations, etc.
• Understand the focus and needs of the clients; anticipate client needs in advance; proactively identifying issues as part of media relations and recommend solutions/media opportunities
• Thoughtfully contribute creative ideas for brand strategy and planning decks; meaningful analysis of results and learnings in recap decks
• On and off site lead for brand owned events and pouring opportunities; liaising with junior and production teams to execute
• Develop and maintain exceptional management skills and lead on management/support for junior staff members
• Project budget lead and general support as needed by senior management

Skills

PR strategy

Media relations

KPI delivery

Networking

Team collaboration

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

News/trends awareness

Event participation

Job description

Articulate is a specialist strategic communications agency based in New York's Flat Iron district. We are seeking an Account Executive to lead day-to-day account activities and guide the team across our client programs.

The role requires a publicity-driven mindset, strong writing and diplomacy, and the ability to deliver KPIs for each client. 18–24 months in PR/creative comms is expected, with a knack for networking and media outreach across epicurean, wines & spirits, luxury lifestyle, sports