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Account Executive-level Opportunity

Job posted on February 21, 2024

Company: Anna Stallmann Communications

Position Type: Full Time

Location: This position is fully remote and open to US-based applicants.

Target Salary Range: $50,000 – $52,500 per year depending on experience.

We are looking for a new full-time individual to join our Client Services department as an Account Executive, supporting a combination of public relations and integrated strategic communications campaigns for our clients.

Details and Responsibilities

This position is responsible for supporting and executing client communications campaigns, under the guidance of an Account Director.  This role includes project management, research and monitoring of industry trends and current events, public relations strategy support, media outreach, social media management, content writing and managing projects with integrated vendors, such as graphic designers, videographers, and contracted content writers.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong organizational and leadership abilities. We are looking for outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as creativity. You must have the ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision. This is a growth-focused role with a goal of developing into a Senior Account Executive or Account Manager position. 

Specifically, responsibilities include:

Media Relations 

  • Researching, building and maintaining a network of media contacts
  • Managing media lists and conducting media outreach and reporter pitches on client related topics and announcements

Research and Monitoring 

  • Monitoring media outlets for coverage of client news and/or relevant issues 
  • Keeping abreast of current PR and digital media trends and tools
  • Conducting research on clients and related industries, themes and/or competitors
  • Developing coverage reports

Content Creation 

  • Drafting content, including press releases, blog posts, email marketing, social media content and other communications materials
  • Supporting content development for strategic integrated communications campaigns that include earned, owned and paid media components 
  • Utilizing design platforms, such as Canva, to support visual content for communications 

Public Relations Project Management 

  • Tracking progress across communications campaigns and meeting assigned deadlines 
  • Coordinating work with contracted vendors, including graphic designers and videographers
  • Monitoring account performance, and reporting key metrics on a monthly basis
  • Participating in client meetings and presentations 

Qualifications

  • Preferred one year of professional experience (not internship) working with a public relations agency or in-house marketing team
  • Proficient in Google Suite, Word, Excel, Canva, PowerPoint and social media platforms; Familiarity with Meltwater, Cision, Prowly or a similar program a plus; Experience with email platforms such as Constant Contact, Klaviyo, or MailChimp and project management tools like Asana are a plus
  • Exhibits professionalism and good judgment
  • Outstanding attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with care and professionalism
  • Strong writing skills and knowledge of AP Style
  • A desire to work collaboratively in a fully-remote environment with a supportive, kind and hard-working team

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong organizational and leadership abilities. We are looking for outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as creativity. You must have the ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision. This is a growth-focused role with a goal of developing into a Senior Account Executive or Account Manager position.

Benefits

  • Flexible remote work schedule.
  • Full coverage of healthcare for the employee and a generous contribution towards dependent healthcare coverage.
  • 401k plan.
  • Eligibility for company bonuses and promotions.
  • Generous paid time off to rest and recharge.
  • Paid parental leave.


More information will be provided as part of the interview process. 

How to Apply

All interested candidates should email a resume and three writing samples to info@annacomms.com. Digital portfolios are also accepted. This opportunity is cross-posted on LinkedIn.

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