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Public Relations – Account Executive

Communiqué Public Relations is currently seeking an experienced Public Relations Account Executive to join our boutique firm.

THE POSITION

As part of our team, the Account Executive helps define communication plans, drives day-to-day client management, and consistently provides tactical support for the PR program.

The Account Executive is responsible for tactical execution of the PR plan and other public relations activities, such as writing press materials, researching speaking opportunities, following up on editorial calendar opportunities, planning and possibly leading tours, scheduling and hosting editorial meetings and analyst briefings.

The position requires the ability to develop strong working relationships with clients, press, conference organizers and analysts while working to create opportunities for coverage.

The right candidate will have the opportunity to participate in all aspects of high-tech PR program execution, including planning meetings, media and analyst outreach, contact management, pitch creation, editing and proofreading of client-related documents, trade show support, news release distribution, industry research and business development.

THE CANDIDATE

Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize projects are key attributes for this role. This candidate must be able to handle day-to-day tactical execution of one or more public relations plans, to collaborate effectively with the Communiqué PR team and to communicate in a clear manner. Candidates need to posses a strong attention to detail and be very organized.

The ability to communicate effectively is imperative to this position. Proactive, open communication and integration skills are essential. In our team environment we rely on close communication and the willingness to help out where needed.

This candidate must be a team player, have great listening skills, take initiative, and have confidence and display curiosity and interest in our client’s products and services.

The knack to maintain a sense of humor while remaining professional under intense deadlines is critical.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

3 – 5 years experience in PR, preferably in an agency setting and/or within the high tech industry and:

• A demonstrated understanding of media standards and an awareness of the target audience’s perspective
• Established editor and/or analyst relationships
• Experience pitching and proactively placing stories
• Experience managing multiple projects/events simultaneously
• Ability to work under client and influential deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience writing and developing press materials
• Experience executing PR plans
• Experience coordinating and conducting press meetings and leading press tours and/or analyst briefings
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Passion for technology and consumer technology
• Proficiency using computer and general business applications (i.e. Microsoft Office), and has demonstrated an ability to learn new software applications