Account Executive
INFINITE · New York, NY · 2 wk ago
HybridBusiness Development$56k–$66k/yrFull-time
About the role
Infinite Global is an international communications firm specializing in PR, Content & Campaigns, and Crisis & Litigation. We provide strategic counsel and media relations to clients in the legal and professional services sectors.
Responsibilities
- Develop effective media pitches on timely news issues; send pitches to journalists and follow up to secure opportunities.
- Demonstrate understanding of key client information, including business strategy, industry issues, products and services, key clients and competitors.
- Provide client service administration, including preparing client status and activity reports; attending meetings, events and conference calls; tracking for and compiling media coverage; and coordinating interview scheduling.
- Research, outline, write and edit materials, including client communication, press releases and award submissions.
- Compile and maintain targeted media lists to be used for pitching; develop relationships with key journalists in person and via phone and email.
- Monitor the news and alert team members to timely issues that may be leveraged for clients and prospects.
- Conduct background research on journalists in advance of interviews and/or meetings.
- Explain policies and procedures to interns and Junior Account Executives and delegate account-level tasks.
Requirements
- Two years' experience in a media relations role at a B2B agency.
- The proven ability to identify news trends and secure high-profile media opportunities.
Qualifications
- Solid media relations skills.
- Intellectually curious, creative, self-motivated and highly detail-oriented.
- An avid consumer of news and passionate about the news process.
- A critical thinker and excellent writer (must know AP Style) with strong interpersonal communication skills.
- A sense of urgency, possessing the ability to multi-task while staying mindful of many deadlines.
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and customizable benefits package.
- 100% company-paid health, dental and vision insurance coverage.
- 401(k) with competitive company match.
- Monthly benefit stipend for health and wellness, transportation, student loan repayment or charitable contributions.
- Employee Assistance Program and free annual membership to the Calm app.
- Affordable and flexible work schedule.
- Unlimited paid time off to volunteer and 100% matching of charitable contributions up to $1,000 per year.
Pay
The current annual base salary range for this position is $56,000-$66,000. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
Schedule
A hybrid work schedule is offered, with two days in the office and three optional work-from-home days per week.