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Account Executive, Hospitality Public Relations

New York, N.Y.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

M18 is a leading public relations company specializing in the intersecting fields of hospitality, real estate, and design. With a unique understanding of today's cultural, business, and media landscapes, our mission is to develop and execute strategic, high-impact public relations campaigns that engage the public with compelling and meaningful storytelling. We represent a high-profile group of the most innovative companies, projects, and people within our areas of focus. While our projects are diverse in concept, scale and location, each of our clients has a distinct vision that influences and inspires, shaping their industry and the culture at large. From pioneering hotels with award-winning food and beverage to sky-grazing residential towers that have transformed the urban fabric, we are committed to bringing their stories to the forefront.

People of color, people with disabilities, and women are strongly encouraged to apply. M18 is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist, and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

M18 is seeking an Account Executive to join our Hospitality team. This position provides a unique opportunity for an early career communication professional to join a talented and motivated team working on some of the leading hospitality and food & beverage projects in the country. You will support a variety of strategic communications plans by owning media outreach and supporting client and account management. This role is ideal for candidates with 2-4 years of experience or personal interest in hospitality, architecture, food & beverage and design.

Role location: This role is based in our New York, N.Y. office on a hybrid basis, in-person at least one day per week.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Contribute to the creation of strategies, press releases, timelines, reports and other collateral for clients.
• Establish and build relationships with local, national and regional media outlets.
• Ensure press reports and call agendas/recaps are sent to clients to show results and press coverage.
• Craft and send pitches to relevant media outlets about client activities.
• Train and supervise interns or junior staff and delegate work as required.
• Monitor incoming press coverage.
• Maintain and create media lists and editorial calendars.
• Support with general administrative duties; i.e., copying, filing and phone calls as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 2 years of full time experience in PR, with agency experience preferred.
• Experience pitching the media and demonstrated success securing coverage for clients.
• Creative writing experience including press releases, media pitches and social media content.
• Strong aesthetic, point of view and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Photoshop.
• Exemplary working knowledge of all social and digital media platforms.
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines.

COMPENSATION

M18 offers competitive industry rate salary bands with the goal of retaining and growing talented individuals.

Salary range (commensurate with experience and skills): $63,000-$67,000.

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