Assistant Account Executive, Integrated Communications (Consumer)

About the role

Derris is an integral part of Orchestra, a strategic communications and marketing company. Orchestra integrates people, platforms, and stories that stick to help clients build lasting influence. The company offers programs ranging from strategic business counsel to tactical execution, serving clients across various sectors including consumer and lifestyle, technology, nonprofit and philanthropy, real estate, sports, travel, hospitality, and more. Orchestra was founded in 2022 and has since acquired nine firms, including BerlinRosen, Civitas Public Affairs Group, Derris, Glen Echo Group, Inkhouse, M18, Message Lab, Onward and Small Girls PR. It also launched Brightmode, a talent acquisition firm for communications professionals, and Versus Media Group, a strategy-first political media team.

Orchestra is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist, and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow.

Responsibilities

• Support integrated communications programs that unify PR and influencer strategy into one cohesive, omni-channel approach, ensuring strategy flows seamlessly across earned, owned, shared, and paid touchpoints.
• Assist with influencer research, identification, vetting, and outreach, with a focus on credible voices including community leaders, advocates, and culturally relevant creators.
• Coordinate campaign logistics, including timelines, content tracking, approvals, and reporting.
• Draft materials such as influencer briefs, media lists, reports, and internal documents.
• Monitor campaign performance and support reporting efforts, including tracking coverage, engagement, and audience sentiment.
• Collaborate with PR, social, and integrated teams to ensure influencer efforts align with broader communications strategies and key messages.
• Stay informed on emerging platforms, creator trends, and conversations shaping culture.
• Help maintain strong relationships with influencers, partners, and internal teams through clear and proactive communication.
• Support new business efforts through research, list building, and proposal development.

Qualifications

• Internship or other relevant experience in public relations, social media, influencer marketing, or communications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of social and digital platforms and how they influence public opinion and cultural conversation.
• Interest in politics, advocacy, and/or social impact work.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Pay

Salary range (commensurate with experience and skills): $50,000-$55,000

Schedule

The role is based in our New York, NY office on a hybrid basis. Staff are in-office 3 days per week, Tuesday through Thursday.