Account Executive (Public Relations)

About the role

SBS Comms is a communications agency for visionaries. We help ambitious companies break through and own their story. Our approach to communications is built for today’s fast-paced media landscape, favoring speed over perfection, quality over quantity, and progress over paperwork. With 60+ strategists coast-to-coast and hubs in New York, San Francisco, Boston, Southern California, and Chicago, SBS partners with venture-backed companies across AI, space, fintech, crypto, defense, cybersecurity, health, and more.

Responsibilities

• Drive media results through outreach and creative story ideation
• Produce written content (bylines, blogs, etc.)
• Assist in the management of results reporting (via trackers and coverage reports)
• Source and support execution of client speaking engagements, awards, etc.
• Conduct industry, competitor, and client research
• Prepare materials to prep spokespeople for press opportunities and participate in prep calls
• Manage the creation of media lists, trackers, prep materials, and other materials
• Play an active role in managing fellow work across teams

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of PR agency experience
• Bachelor’s degree in PR, communications, journalism, or similar focus
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects
• A creative mindset
• Brilliant writing skills
• Self-starter with strong work ethic
• Proficiency in media reporting tools (e.g., Cision, MuckRack)

We understand that a job description may not capture all of the skills and experiences that can contribute to success in this role. If you have a passion for media strategy and external storytelling, we want to hear from you, regardless of whether you fit neatly into all of the criteria listed above.

Benefits

• Flexible, remote work
• Unlimited PTO
• Summer Fridays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4% after 1 year

Pay

Salary ranges for this position are between $70,500 and $80,000 annually. SBS also offers additional compensation programs such as annual cash bonuses and generous benefits.