Senior Account Executive - Midwest

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, leading day-to-day communications and ensuring alignment with their goals and expectations
• Develop and execute strategic communications plans, messaging, and campaigns with a focus on public policy
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers, with a preference for those in the Midwest
• Proactively pitch and secure earned media coverage at the local, state, and national levels
• Write and edit press releases, op-eds, talking points, and other content with clarity and precision
• Identify and promote opportunities for thought leadership, expert commentary, and brand visibility
• Plan and manage media events, press conferences, and public announcements
• Cook up and manage media relations
• Coordinate with internal teams on creative, web, social media, and advertising projects
• Manage, mentor, and guide account teams to ensure quality control, timely deliverables, and strategic execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, political science, or a related field
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in public affairs communication
• Strong media relationships and proven ability to secure impactful coverage, with a preference for experience working with Midwest media outlets
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strategic thinker with a proven ability to navigate fast-paced, evolving situations
• Experience in crisis communications and issues management
• Leadership and team management experience are strongly preferred
• Location in the Midwest is preferred