Public Relations Assistant Account Executive

About the role

Inkhouse is searching for an Assistant Account Executive who will serve as the organizational glue across multiple accounts. This fast-paced, deadline-oriented role will support teams by helping keep projects on track, preparing materials in advance of client meetings, and ensuring day-to-day account needs are met.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key organizational support across account teams, helping track deadlines, initiatives and deliverables
• Conduct client, competitor and industry research to inform PR and social strategies
• Master PR and social media tools such as Cision, MuckRack, PRNewswire, TrendKite, Meltwater Explore, Sprout Social, Hootsuite and RivalIQ
• Proofread and quality-check materials before distribution
• Prepare weekly trackers, quarterly impact reports and other reporting documents
• Take notes during client calls and distribute clear action-item recaps to the team
• Track deadlines and proactively gather team input to ensure deliverables stay on schedule
• Develop media lists, editorial calendars and social media influencer lists
• Support account setup by organizing shared folders, establishing templates and maintaining documentation
• Conduct daily news scans and flag relevant opportunities for media or social engagement
• Monitor media coverage and distribute client coverage updates
• Draft first versions of communications materials including briefing documents, press materials and social media content
• Assist with select writing projects such as press releases, awards submissions and speaking opportunity applications
• Monitor, schedule and report on social media content and performance
• Lead social listening and monitoring activities throughout the day
• Track social media trends, platform updates and trending topics that may impact client strategies
• Conduct research for competitor social media audits and build speaking and awards lists
• Contribute ideas during brainstorms, PR planning and new business initiatives

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in public relations, communications, marketing or related fields (internships included)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Interest in media relations, storytelling and emerging PR and social media trends
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams while also taking initiative on assigned tasks
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Curiosity, eagerness to learn and a proactive approach to supporting client teams

Pay

$60,000-$70,000 (commensurate with experience and skills)

Schedule

This role is based in our Waltham, MA; San Francisco, CA; New York, NY or Seattle, WA office and requires in-office presence 3 days a week.