Strategic PR & Marketing Communications Account Executive

Nereus; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nereus, a VTM Group company, is seeking an Account Executive to support client programs in Beaverton, onsite. The AE handles client management, media engagement, and execution of integrated communications campaigns, collaborating with internal teams to deliver results.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in communications or related field and 2+ years in PR or marketing communications; some travel may be required to support client and media engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related field (preferred).
• 2+ years of experience in a public relations and/or marketing communications agency or corporate PR or marketing communications role.

Responsibilities

• Support client meetings and act as a client contact.
• Anticipate client needs, align efforts with client goals.
• Lead internal brainstorming sessions and research initiatives to develop strategic recommendations.
• Support the development of multifaceted, integrated public relations campaigns including press and analyst engagement/coordination, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
• Build and maintain strong media and analyst relationships through consistent engagement.
• Identify compelling story angles and conduct proactive media pitching to secure earned media coverage.
• Draft and edit a variety of materials, including press releases, blogs, media pitches, web content, presentations, and project plans.
• Oversee planning and execution of social media strategies, including run sheet management, scheduling and platform monitoring.
• Oversee research projects to support client strategies and industry positioning.
• Manage assigned tasks, delegate responsibilities, and track progress against budgets and timelines.
• Coordinate media-related events, providing onsite support as needed.
• Manage award and speaker submissions to enhance client visibility.
• Track and report on campaign performance, earned media coverage, and project outcomes based on objectives and metrics.

Skills

Media relations

Client management

Strategic thinking

Project management

Writing

Editing

Public relations

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/PR/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Basic design tools

Job description

Nereus, a VTM Group company, is seeking an Account Executive to support client programs in Beaverton, onsite. The AE handles client management, media engagement, and execution of integrated communications campaigns, collaborating with internal teams to deliver results.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in communications or related field and 2+ years in PR or marketing communications; some travel may be required to support client and media engagement.