Public Relations Associate, B2B Tech

We help disruptors, innovators and market leaders go beyond the expectations and standards of their industry—to create narratives that capture the minds of target audiences and generate real impact.

About the role

Public relations associates (PRAs) are an integral role across multiple client accounts and provide guidance for graduate associates (GAs). PRAs are hands-on team members with an understanding of the fundamentals of public relations. They are strong communicators committed to actively developing their account management skills. In this role, you will provide exceptional and consistent work for both the agency and the clients we work with. PRAs shadow all members of our PR teams, attend internal and client meetings, compile media databases, and assist with creative strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support for JAE, AEs and SAEs across all client accounts
• Execute and demonstrate Method’s Concierge Service Delivery Approach to your clients and teams
• Understand key client information including business strategy, industry issues, products and services, key customers and competitors
• Research, outline, write, edit and proofread materials, including media briefing, pitch emails, biographies, reports and fact sheets
• Manage deadlines and oversee client speaking and award trackers, drafting speaking and awards submissions
• Monitor and evaluate a wide range of reporters and publications in order to provide insight on media trends to internal stakeholders
• Create coverage reports, build briefing documents, develop media pitches and contribute to pitching efforts
• Coordinate projects and events including inviting media, preparing press kits, attending events, and preparing reports
• Build a network of traditional and online media contacts
• Participate in new business opportunities across multiple industry landscapes
• Develop personal leadership skills and demonstrate PR knowledge
• Discover what tools are available, what Method has to offer
• Strengthen your knowledge of the intersection between marketing and PR
• Learn how to use social media and analytics effectively for clients
• Record and submit time and expenses on a timely basis
• Act as a mentor to graduate associates, identify goals and provide guidance and feedback on performance

Requirements

• Typically 12+ months agency and/or in-house communications or marketing teams experience or the successful completion of an internship, preferably in technology-focused PR
• Interest in pursuing a career in technology-focused public relations
• Familiarity with Google Drive and Google’s suite of tools (e.g., Slides, Docs, Sheets)
• Basic Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook skills
• Excellent time management, project management and organizational skills
• Intermediate written, visual and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Flexible, hybrid work
• Generous Vacation and Wellness Time accruals, two weeks of full office closure, paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays
• Cell phone and internet cost reimbursement
• Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer paid Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4%
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering three confidential, face-to-face counseling sessions per issue per year
• Paid Family Leave
• $500 annual wellness stipend after 6 months of employment
• $1500 professional development stipend after 2 years of employment
• 4 weeks of paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

Pay

Salary range: $50,000 - $60,000. Final compensation will be determined by a number of factors including candidate’s education, relevant work experience and geographic location.

Schedule

The role can be performed hybrid (2x/week) for those based in San Francisco, New York City, Salt Lake City, or Boston.

About The Company

Founded in 2010, Method Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency built for challenger brands and today’s most innovative companies. Our group is united through our core values – relationships, resourcefulness and results. We support each other to do exceptional work for our clients while also focusing on the health and wellbeing of our families, our communities and ourselves. We recognize our talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Method encourages and actively supports diversity, equity, and inclusion through its policies and business practices, which include recruitment and hiring, compensation and benefits, career development and advancement, training, pro bono work, community programs, and affinity groups.