PR Account Executive
R&R Partners - Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105![R&R Partners](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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JOB TITLE: PR Account Executive
DEPARTMENT: Public Relations
REPORTS TO: PR Account Supervisor
LOCATION: Las Vegas, Hybrid
ABOUT THE ROLE
R&R Partners, a full-service integrated agency, is seeking a Public Relations Account Executive to support the Visit Las Vegas consumer PR program. The Account Executive will have a passion for storytelling and media relations in the travel and tourism industry. Candidates must have 3-4 years of media relations experience with demonstrated results. Experience working in the travel and tourism industry, and/or agency experience, preferred.
WHAT YOU'LL DOSupports daily activities for primary and other designated accounts as part of an account teamSupports media relations programming; Contributes 75 percent of time to proactive media relationsServes as the day-to-day resource for media contacts and provides support for client communicationsCollaborates on new, fresh story concepts and proactively pitches them to relevant mediaOrganizes, implements, secures and manages client media familiarization tours and local market visits; staffing as neededAssists with development and implementation of PR strategic plan initiatives, under supervisionAssists with internal communications/PR needs, including coordinating with other departments on their needs (media lists, updated press kits, editorial content, requests, etc.)Writes, distributes and reviews press releases and fulfills media inquiries to these audiences as requiredSupports program reporting on an ongoing basisAssists with client relations through meetings (in person or virtual), events and general contactOversees preparation of meetings, agendas, notes and reportsKeep up to date with the latest industry news and social media trends to provide recommendationsRepresents and promotes the agency at industry functionsProactively prioritizes and understands the objectives of clientWHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
3-4 years of communications experience in the travel industryBA or BS in public relations, journalism, communications or related fieldsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsPrevious experience supporting media relations, pitching journalists, arranging press trips and staffing eventsExcellent writing skills, with a strong attention to detailProficient in utilizing CRM systems, media monitoring services, and cloud-based tools like Cision and Muck Rack.Passion for the travel, tourism and hospitality industry and the ability to spot trends.A voracious appetite for reading: magazine, newspapers, blogs - you scan them all, with attention to trends and how outlets are structuring their contentThe ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environmentProficiency in AP StyleSolid project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple accountsPrior experience through an internship or similar work experienceA team player whose qualities and motivations align with our agency's core values - fearless, integrity, advocacy, impact, ingenuity and foresightWHAT WE OFFER
Comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-beingRecharge and unwind with a generous time-off policyStay connected with a mobile stipendSecure your financial future with a 401k and company matchMake a difference through community involvement with time and financial matchingSet goals and track progress through annual performance reviewsLearning and development
ABOUT R&R PARTNERS
Founded in 1975, R&R Partners is a full-service advertising agency with a long-standing tradition of producing award-winning creative solutions for some of the world's most iconic brands in the travel, tourism and hospitality, technology and innovation and purpose categories. As an independent agency, we are free to do what's necessary to help our partners achieve their goals. We don't shy away from taking on social issues and monumental tasks that transcend marketing because our people and our talents transcend what you'd find at a typical agency. Simply put, we're built to do what other agencies can't. With a footprint in major markets across North America, we never let location get in the way of producing the best work for our clients, which include the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), Boeing, Allegiant Airlines, Las Vegas Raiders, Brand USA, Topgolf, Hyatt, Firestone Walker, Cox Business, Intermountain Healthcare, and many others.