Public Relations Account Executive

We are looking for a PR practitioner with experience, and a proven background with multiple examples of successful PR campaigns. This is 100% a job where you will be writing, pitching and being a part of the strategic team implementing tactics designed to build brands.

RESPONSIBILITY DESCRIPTION:

We’re searching for a passionate, versatile and talented Account Executive with a bold track record of results – from communications strategy to impactful media coverage across a diverse set of industries. The Account Executive will touch multiple client companies of all sizes – while taking on a variety of tasks across the communications mix. Using versatile writing skills, media relations prowess, strategic communications creativity and solid knowledge of general marketing concepts – this position will require an individual with a diverse skill set.

Successful candidates will operate as part of a cross-functional team that touches every part of the business. A successful candidate can expect to grow rapidly and will be exposed to multiple aspects of the marketing communications mix in a fast-paced, agile team environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· 3-5 years of relevant PR experience.

· Real-life writing experience, with past published materials across press releases, media alerts, blogs and more is strongly preferred. Writing samples will be requested.

· Demonstrable media hits and overall media results across a variety of industries.

· Extensive pitching and pitch writing experience.

· Strong media list-building skills.

· Collecting and analyzing client media coverage.

· Basic written and verbal client communication skills.

· Understanding of traditional PR and marketing strategies and media relations strategies.

· Previous event experience is a plus but is not required.

· Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, marketing, advertising or communications.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Action-Oriented – You have a strong work ethic and time and task management skills, taking initiative across various projects.

· Strategic and Creative Thinking – You are able to look at the big picture of client needs, outside of daily action items and display your creativity and ability to “think outside the box” across communications and planning.

· Strong, versatile writing skills that can be applied across various PR/marketing communications – with the ability to switch to vastly different styles on the fly.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Team Player – You must be a true team player able to genuinely work together with DRIVEN’s ultra-collaborative, entrepreneurial-spirited team.

· Flexibility – You must be comfortable with multitasking, ready to take on multiple projects of different kinds all at once.

· Travel - Be willing to travel to events, conferences, trade shows and other activations, as needed (client-depending). · Hybrid Work Environment – You will be asked to work in-office at Curiosity Lab 2-3 days a week and be present for on-site client events as needed.

Qualified candidates (that meet the minimum requirements) should send a cover letter, resume and solid writing/project samples to Tracy@goDRIVEN360.com.