Junior Account Executive

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(full-time)
The Junior Account Executive (JAE) at The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. plays a critical role on client accounts, supporting all day-to-day client activities, projects and teams at a tactical level with direction from senior leadership.
They display an understanding of media relations and storytelling and possess effective written and verbal communication and time management skills. They have the ability to work adeptly on multiple projects.
A successful JAE will ensure efficiency and productivity on client accounts. They will work with supervision and direction from senior leadership, while growing their own skillset and expertise in PR.
General Skills Required
Communicate effectively (written and verbal)
Work as a self-starter
Offer ideas and take initiative
Pay meticulous attention to detail
Be organized and efficient
Prioritize tasks and manage time in a consistent manner
Maintain a positive attitude and have a sense of humor
Demonstrate respect for co-workers
Work well on a small team
Display passion for social justice and advocacy causes
Core Responsibilities/Duties:
Media Relations
Good understanding of media relations and best practices re: media management
Support account executives/SAEs and senior management on execution of strategic outreach plans for client campaigns or events
Conduct thorough media research and create customized media lists for client campaigns
Craft effective pitches
Secure quality media placements with guidance and strategic direction from senior staff
Develop and grow media contact network
Prepare press materials such as press releases & media kits
Client Relations
Play a critical supporting role on 3 – 5 client accounts
Work under AEs/SAEs or senior management to liaise with clients when appropriate via email and in phone or in-person meetings
Attend client meetings and take effective notes
Develop client weekly agendas and recaps and media reports with senior supervision
Social Media
Monitor and track social media for TASC
Provide tactical support on TASC social media accounts
Administrative
Assist senior team with new business research and development
Management
Oversee internship program and development of interns with input from senior staff
Strategy
Display creative thinking to support development of media strategy plans for clients
Professional Development
Commit to continuous learning of PR tactics and strategy
Personal Health and Wellness
Commit to continuous personal health and wellness in order to maintain a level of professionalism and excellence in your work throughout the year
Avoid burnout by taking breaks and speaking to senior management about stress
Basic Candidate Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
1 – 3 years’ experience in public relations, communications and/or a related field (nonprofits, advocacy/mission-driven organizations, political campaigning, PR agencies, etc.)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Experience with Cision and additional PR management tools
A strategic and tactical understanding of social media and social networking tools (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Snapchat, etc.)
Email resume and cover letter to **** (include “Junior Account Executive” in the subject line).

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