Account Executive - Faith Based Non-Profits

About the role

Account Executives at Pinkston regularly interact with members of the press and clients, coordinating interviews and facilitating meetings in addition to building a track record of media placements. This position has a unique focus on supporting faith-based non-profit organizations. Primary responsibilities include securing media coverage and developing written materials for clients. Account Executives remain updated on current events and news as they create unique opportunities for their clients within the news cycle.

Responsibilities

• Pitch stories to media contacts by email, social media and phone
• Coordinate with team to draft and edit written materials, including press releases and strategic communication plans
• Absorb and build a credible understanding of media outlets and audiences
• Identify creative placement opportunities for media coverage and communicate to clients
• Establish and develop working relationships with media contacts
• Identify relevant topics for clients within the news cycle
• Assist with the onboarding and development of entry-level and new team members

Required qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or relevant experience in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism or a related field
• 1-2 years of relevant communications and/or marketing experience
• Possesses strong research, interpersonal, writing and editing skills
• Adapts to change, meets deadlines and is able to prioritize client deliverables

Preferred qualifications

• Public speaking experience
• Experience working with faith-based organizations

Culture

• Possesses a sense of persistency in all tasks; seeks to push through challenges and ensure excellence in deliverables
• Commitment to excellence and drive to exceed expectations
• Seeks to see broader story of client work and understand how individual work contributes to a greater narrative
• Possesses a collaborative spirit, values teamwork, and has strong ability to give and receive feedback and instruction
• Awareness of how actions impact internal organization and external stakeholders

About Pinkston

Pinkston is a full-service branding, marketing, and communications agency offering integrated public relations, creative, digital, and research services to transform companies and organizations. As an outcome-driven agency, Pinkston is committed to delivering customized, strategic solutions that drive real-world impact.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored health, dental, and vision plans
• Employer-funded life insurance, HRA, and short-term disability plan
• Optional long-term disability and additional Life Insurance available
• 401k retirement plan with annual employer contribution regardless of employee participation
• Collaborative in-person work environment
• Hybrid work model with 30% work-from-home flexibility
• Generous holiday and vacation policies
• Paid parental leave
• Additional week of paid "volunteer time off" for 501C non-profits of choice