Public Relations Senior Account Executive Waltham, M.A. Job at Tbwa Chiat/Day In

Public Relations Senior Account Executive

Waltham, M.A., New York, N.Y.

Inkhouse is a strategic communications agency that drives relevance and impact for innovative companies across several industries including artificial intelligence, climate tech & energy, cloud infrastructure & apps, consumer, cybersecurity, education, finance, healthcare & wellness, and venture capital. Founded in 2007, Inkhouse has grown organically to an agency of 130+ people in seven major cities with remote employees across 16 states and recently became a partner agency within Orchestra, the first company built for the future of communications. Learn more at: www.inkhouse.com.

We’re looking for people with innovative ideas about where media relations, social media, content and creative services are going next. Our business changes quickly, so Inkhouse must too. We’ve created a workplace in which everyone has permission to risk failure in service of big ideas.

Job Summary:

The Inkhouse Senior Account Executive (SAE) is a critical role responsible for juggling multiple accounts and writing effectively across different mediums for varied audiences. This fast-paced, deadline-oriented role will be responsible for driving day-to-day media relations and working effectively as a member of key account teams. This person will be the lead media relations expert on their assigned accounts, especially with top-tier press. The SAE is a highly creative self-starter, with excellent writing skills, and strong detail-orientation and will provide guidance to other team members on your accounts.

Job Responsibilities:

• Core media relations person on account: drafts weekly pitch, assigns targets
• Backup client contact on all communications
• Contributes heavily to client calls; runs calls in absence of manager
• Writes top-tier press releases, bylines, blog posts
• Writes pitches for campaigns and launches to serve as template for the team
• Drafts amplification memos for each media hit
• Stays on top of news – leverage for regular proactive outreach
• Comes up with creative ideas for clients each week
• Stays up-to-date on PR trends and client trends
• Suggests social media ideas and stays up-to-date for the team on new social media platforms/ideas/information
• Mentors junior staff and role models positive Inkhouse values and behaviors
• Oversees and offers strategic counsel on speaking and awards programs
• Manages analyst programs
• Liaisons with design team as needed for infographic/design work

Job Requirements:

• B.S./B.A. public relations, marketing, communications, or related field
• 4 –6 years of progressive experience in PR
• Experience in B2B, healthcare, or consumer technology
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong pitching skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple client responsibilities

Why Inkhouse?

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative clients
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Compensation:

$65,000-$85,000 (depending on experience)

The sign at the front desk at our headquarters reads, “Work Hard & Be Nice to People.” At Inkhouse, culture is our business model. We believe that great work is contingent on two things: the ability to come as you are, and the freedom to disconnect. Creativity requires perspective, and hard work needs to be balanced with mental space. We try to be on the forefront of progressive benefits including generous paid family leave, unlimited vacation, and dogs in the office.

Inkhouse is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is reflective of the communities in which we work and the clients that we serve. We seek to bring together people of varying backgrounds, skills, and experience, recognizing that this leads to a diversity of thought that fuels creativity and enables people to do their best work. BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and non-traditional candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Inkhouse is also committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR at HR@inkhouse.com.

Note: This role is based in our Waltham, M.A. or New York, N.Y. office on a hybrid basis.

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