Standing Partnership, among the top 10 independent public relations firms in the Midwest, is seeking resumes for the position of account executive. Overall Purpose and Objective of the Position:
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines with strict attention to detail. Participates as a member of four to six client account teams, in the development and implementation of strategic communications campaigns. Ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor’s degree and three to five years of experience with demonstrated results in executing communications, marketing and strategic plans.
- Proven track record managing public relations outreach for multiple clients.
- Proven results in media pitching, writing/communications, editing (including knowledge of AP style), research and media relations.
- Experience in working on interactive and social media.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated team skills, effectively working with clients, co-workers and media.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:
- As a team member, contributes to the development of communications campaigns with creativity and knowledge of public relations and social media strategies.
- As a team member, participates in the execution of communications campaigns to include writing, media relations, social media, special events and presentations for clients.
- Responsible for day to day client relationship management and account activities of assigned mid-sized accounts.
- Develops and writes first drafts of communication plans to include strategies and tactics for review by senior team member.
- Writes and reviews first drafts of written PR materials such as pitch letters/memos, news releases, client reports, etc.
- Develops and maintains effective relationships.
- Manages, tracks and reports on budget status to team and management.
Core Competencies Applicable to this Position: - Confidentiality: Works with confidential information regularly.
- Customer Service: Responds quickly to customer and team member needs.
- Communication, Written: Advanced skills in written communication.
- Planning, Short and Long Term: Plans and prioritizes activities to meet client, team and organizational goals.
- Problem Solving, Independent Judgment: Utilizes ingenuity to identify and resolve problems, is willing to make sound/accurate judgments.
Please submit resumes to lmaniscalco@standingpr.com.
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