Cookerly Public Relations, an independent integrated communications firm offering highly competitive compensation and benefits, is seeking an Account Executive. This is an excellent opportunity for proven candidates with both traditional public relations and digital media experience. If you are a take-charge professional with great writing and media pitching skills, send us your resume and writing samples.
Account Executive
Responsibilities:
- Help execute visibility campaigns for consumer and B2B companies
- Work with large corporations and mid-sized companies, among others
- Create compelling pitches for regional/national media and secure placements
- Capable of implementing applicable social media and influencer strategies, with great content
- Attend client meetings with the ability to articulate program status and provide appropriate counsel for experience level
- Offer fresh thinking to facilitate client success
- Stay informed of issues/opportunities pertaining to clients by monitoring all media channels
- Assist in the new business process and enjoy unparalleled access to senior-level professionals
- Commit to upholding our business ethics and reputation
Requirements:
- BA/BS degree in communications or similar field of study
- Agency or corporate/in-house experience, 2-4 years
- Interest in working on accounts across a broad spectrum of industries
- Excellent writing skills
- Based in Atlanta and eager to contribute to a growing team in an in-office environment; opportunity for limited remote work after onboarding
Benefits:
- Fully paid employee medical, dental and vision healthcare insurance
- Access to an onsite, private athletic club and personal trainer
- 401(k) employer contribution
- Company profit sharing
- Paid holidays and sick days
- Attend conferences and events for professional development
- Mentorship program
- Volunteer opportunities
- Paid parking
Apply:
Send resume and two writing samples in PDF format with AE114 in the subject line to contactus@cookerly.com.
Cookerly Public Relations is an EOE.
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