Public Relations Senior Account Executive

FOVNDRY PR Senior Account Executive Job Opening

FOVNDRY seeks a PR Senior Account Executive to join our N. Bethesda (Rockville), MD team. This is a hybrid in-person/remote position. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic and eager communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced, agency environment; is proven in managing and executing media relations and day-to-day project management of essential PR initiatives; and is experienced in managing client accounts and providing exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships and trust with existing client contacts to meet and exceed ongoing contract deliverables and overall expectations.
• Support account directors in managing day-to-day client interactions and projects for assigned accounts.
• Support account directors in planning, tracking, and managing project and client budgets and timelines.
• Participate in and lead internal planning meetings, brainstorm sessions, and the development of integrated communications strategies and media-based communications plans.
• Manage day-to-day media relations/media requests for FOVNDRY and assigned accounts.
• Employ and maintain strong media relations to shape and control communications that are in line with overall account and company objectives.
• Write compelling communications on behalf of the company and assigned clients: press releases, bylined articles, blog copy, and other collateral.
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop client collateral in support of initiatives across paid and organic print and digital platforms.
• As needed, handle day-to-day social media campaign management (content generation, interacting with the community in real time, tracking metrics, etc.).
• Stay on top of industry trends and continually seek training and education in new skills and tools related to your work.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience supporting PR efforts in a cross-functional environment; prior agency experience strongly preferred.
• BA or BS in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a liberal arts discipline with a strong writing foundation.
• Knowledge of AP style guidelines required.
• Established relationships with and a thorough understanding of the local media landscape required.
• An understanding of the relationship between traditional public relations and the use of current online/digital technology and social media.
• Exceptional communication (written and verbal), relationship-building skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, accountability in meeting deadlines, and a willingness to take ownership.
• Committed to upholding our business ethics and reputation.
• Public Information experience a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Professional and personal development program.
• PTO program, including federal holidays.
• Simple IRA with match.
• Summer Fridays.
• Team-building events.
• And more.

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Please send resume, cover letter, and portfolio/examples of applicable work to:

[email protected]