Senior Account Executive, PR & Communications

SF, United StatesRemoteFull-time$70k – $85k / yearPosted 1mo ago

Job description

LaunchSquad helps innovative brands tell their stories. Since 2000, we’ve partnered with leading technology, consumer lifestyle, and media companies to create integrated earned, owned, and digital programs that build awareness and drive growth.

We’re looking for a Senior Account Executive to strategically execute media relations, executive communications, and complex technical and digital storytelling programs for innovative companies like Waabi, Prelude Ventures and OnRunning. LaunchSquad has a flexible, hybrid environment. Fully remote or hybrid candidates are welcome to apply.

The ideal candidate for Senior Account Executive has experience working with clients in a fully integrated communications role and has a track-record of generating consistent, impactful results for clients. They are expert writers and seasoned media pitchers. They are comfortable placing proactive company stories and writing contributed articles for executives independently. Additionally, they bring a deep understanding of the digital landscape, with experience managing social media strategies and executing influencer marketing campaigns that amplify brand narratives. Senior Account Executives are confident in their ability to do the work and are learning how to lead clients. They teach new, junior teammates the fundamentals of public relations, integrated communications and digital storytelling and share their knowledge and ideas across teams.

Senior Account Executives are active participants on four accounts responsible for owning and overseeing large pieces of integrated communications programs. At times, they also oversee the day-to-day operations of smaller account teams.

Requirements

3+ years of experience at an integrated agency or start-up technology company, with significant focus on PR, social media, and digital marketing
Media relations proficiency, including a proven track record of high-impact placements and sophisticated, proactive storytelling
Exceptional writing and editing skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible, compelling narratives
Proven ability to project manage full account teams or large-scale integrated communications projects, and appropriately delegate tasks
Ability to integrate earned media efforts with digital marketing campaigns, ideally with a foundational understanding of SEO and content distribution
Experience developing and executing organic and paid social media strategies across platforms in a plus
Ability to share knowledge and teach teammates how to execute program activities at an individual level
Experience acting as a primary point of contact for clients
Direct, transparent, inclusive interpersonal communication skills
Collaborative, consistent approach to work and team
Track-record of reliable, high-quality work in fast-paced environments

At LaunchSquad, we care about our work, our clients and our community. We are a people-first company committed to making sure everyone has a great experience and an equal opportunity to grow and succeed.

If you are excited about telling meaningful stories with a team of curious, kind and talented people, we’d love to hear from you.

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LaunchSquad

LaunchSquad is a communications firm that helps companies build and manage their brand reputation. They specialize in public relations, content strategy, and digital marketing.

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