Description 1 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 DO Supports daily activities for primary and other designated accounts as part of an account team Supports media relations programming; Contributes 75 percent of time to proactive media relations Serves as the day-to-day resource for media contacts and provides support for client communications Collaborates on new, fresh story concepts and proactively pitches them to relevant media Organizes, implements, secures and manages client media familiarization tours and local market visits; staffing as needed Assists with development and implementation of PR strategic plan initiatives, under supervision Assists 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 required Supports program reporting on an ongoing basis Assists with client relations through meetings (in person or virtual), events and general contact Oversees preparation of meetings, agendas, notes and reports Keep up to date with the latest industry news and social media trends to provide recommendations Represents and promotes the agency at industry functions Proactively prioritizes and understands the objectives of client WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR 3-4 years of communications experience in the travel industry BA or BS in public relations, journalism, communications or related fields Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Previous experience supporting media relations, pitching journalists, arranging press trips and staffing events Excellent writing skills, with a strong attention to detail Proficient 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 content The ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment Proficiency in AP Style Solid project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple accounts Prior experience through an internship or similar work experience A team player whose qualities and motivations align with our agency's core values - fearless, integrity, advocacy, impact, ingenuity and foresight WHAT WE OFFER Comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being Recharge and unwind with a generous time-off policy Stay connected with a mobile stipend Secure your financial future with a 401k and company match Make a difference through community involvement with time and financial matching Set goals and track progress through annual performance reviews Learning 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.
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PR Account Executive