Public Relations - Account Executive-Corporate/Entertainment/ Fashion (Midtown)

Jan. 31, 2012

New York, NY

Confidential

PUBLIC RELATIONS - ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE-CORPORATE/ENTERTAINMENT/ FASHION/BEAUTY, CONSUMER PRODUCTS

One of the leading, prominent boutique Public Relations, Brand Architecture, and Event Design firms is seeking a bright, organized, resourceful, dynamic Account Executive to join our flourishing firm.

POSITION TITLE: Account Executive/Account Manager/Proven PR Ace

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Proven PR ace with strong communication media experience is a MUST. We are seeking a smart, sharp, highly motivated, polished, skilled, articulate individual to join our team and assist in conceiving and executing original, strategic and innovative national publicity campaigns and garner top media exposure for our diverse client roster.

We are a prominent, well established public relations, brand architecture and event design firm, representing high profile clients in the Corporate, Music, Sports, Television, Film, Luxury, Consumer Goods, Fashion, Beauty and Non-profit arenas. We provide a wide array of services including Public Relations, Global Branding, Event Design, Crisis Management, Entertainment and Sports Marketing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The ideal candidate must be ENERGETIC, CREATIVE, POLISHED AND SELF MOTIVATED and able to execute the following:

Work successfully in a fast paced, high-energy environment

Plan, manage and execute high impact media campaigns

Compose press releases and pitch media

Strong existing relationships with key media

Proven track record of scoring and landing press coverage for national and regional print, online and electronic/broadcast outlets.

Manage and monitor press interviews

Must possess strong grammar and writing skills and have the ability to edit and proofread copy

Acute interest in social, cultural and entertainment events

Have an outstanding track record for feature story placements in A-List media

Strong communication, people, presentation, and relationship building skills

Be highly motivated; a self-starter with the ability to multi-task

Create and update press releases, media alerts and account materials; conduct media outreach using these materials

Develop monthly pitching plans for each client and generate weekly status reports

Play an active role in conceiving and executing pitching, marketing and event coverage strategies

Demonstrate leadership and sustain team organization in an effort to meet deadlines

Operate under strict deadlines and high levels of confidentiality; exhibit adequate poise and discretion when interfacing with all agency client, colleagues and affiliates

Consistently operate with a sense of urgency while not losing sight of details

Be able to maintain composure in an extremely fast paced, entrepreneurial and creative fluid environment

Self-manage; skilled at managing a high volume o f work and deciphering what's immediate from what can wait

Be Resourceful and nimble and must possess the ability to take proactive initiative.

Able to juggle priorities and deliver dazzling results and meet deadlines

Perform daily canvassing of media placements and perform constant follow up; prepare media recaps and status reports for both internal use and for client review

Work cooperatively with colleagues in multiple practices and offices as well as clients and agency partners.

Adept in Powerpoint, Word, Excel, Photoshop and Indesign a plus

Amazing design sensibility and taste level

REQUIREMENTS:

This is not an entry-level position. Applicants must possess strong national and regional media contacts and solid relationships with electronic and online media outlets, as well as daily, weekly, and long lead print publications. A minimum of two to four years of related public relations experience is a MUST.

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and the Internet is required. Basic knowledge of PowerPoint, FileMaker Pro, and ACT! EOE. Candidates must have the ability to be forward thinking and novel in their approach to, anticipating client and agency needs before they are requested. Candidates must assume responsibility for a diverse assignment of projects. Must be articulate, charismatic and have the ability to communicate their thoughts and ideas affectively. Serious candidates with great business acumen are encouraged to apply.

About our company:

If you are a high achiever committed to elevating the standards of excellence you will love our fast paced fertile environment: exciting, high energy, driven to dazzling our clients and giving you the platform to be the best strategist you can be. You will be working in a modern comfortable NYC office space surrounded by great teammates in a fast paced culture committed to excellence.

We strive to attract, hire, motivate and retain the best talent. For consideration please submit resume and cover letter.