Public Relations Senior Account Executive (Cybersecurity) Job at Highwire in Det

Overview

Public Relations Senior Account Executive (Cybersecurity) – Highwire

We are looking for individuals with big ideas, strong opinions, and the energy to bring them to life. If you thrive in an environment that values personal accountability, high standards, and boundless motivation, this is the opportunity for you. Be part of our award-winning culture and contribute to an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Media/Influencer Relations
• Strong relationships with more than ten key media across business and tech industry
• Identify new media opportunities for clients and share with teams and across the agency
• Regular proactive pitches that generate coverage for the whole team
• Coach junior staff to improve team relationships
• Use social media channels to engage and support efforts
• Measure the ROI of communications activities
• Engage with social media influencers, content campaigns, and media coverage amplification
• Client Service/Management
• Manage projects from concept through execution
• Track competitors and flag opportunities and news events
• Own and direct client PR calls
• Provide counsel on media opportunities and coverage under challenging circumstances
• Develop quarterly campaigns and PR plans including creative campaigns, trendscapes and thought leadership topics
• Own key elements of the PR program (analysts, speaking, content, etc.)
• Be a reliable resource for client contact
• Develop budget and team priority allocations
• Participate in media training sessions with clients
• Writing Proficiencies
  Ability to generate a campaign or PR program plan
• Generate and edit award submissions, press releases, fact sheets, bios, and related materials; oversee their production
• Professional, articulate and timely client communication
• Develop consistent, creative pitches
• Agency Operations
• Participate in new business processes including research and pitches
• Identify and attend networking events
• Maintain a respectful, enthusiastic, professional attitude; lead by example
• Support teams and manage up and down
• Use of flexible work policies
• Use Highwire social channels; write for Highwire blog
• Mentor junior staff to elevate development
• Self Development: set quarterly goals with manager; track progress and demonstrate growth
• Prioritize responsibilities based on impact, timelines, and client goals
• Drive projects forward independently
• Identify areas for self-improvement and bring suggestions to management
• Meet deadlines or provide advance notice if unable to

Qualifications

As a Senior Account Executive, Cybersecurity, you’ve worked at an agency or startup with 3–5 years of experience and contributed to engaging creative campaigns. You likely have go-to bloggers and journos, stay current with trends, are an exceptional writer, and demonstrate motivational leadership. You are eager to assume more responsibility and grow with a strong team at Highwire.

About Highwire

Highwire is a modern strategic communications and digital marketing agency designed for disruptive companies. We work with high-growth technology companies and established brands looking to reinvent themselves. We believe that storytelling fuels transformation and foster an inclusive environment where everyone can feel safe, celebrated and worthy. Our people-first culture supports growth and values diversity, inclusion and belonging as permanent to our business and culture.

Perks

• Competitive salary
• Merit-based bonuses and promotions
• Hybrid work model
• Excellent vacation policy including extended break for summer and winter holidays
• Empower Hours on Fridays; Team may log off by 3pm
• 401K Match
• Medical and dental benefits / FSA
• Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefit
• Home office equipment stipend
• Growth Mindset Stipend of $100 annually for books, exhibitions, etc
• Technology reimbursement
• Wellness benefit
• Donation Match
• Mentorship
• Monthly recognition programs
• Employee and New business referral bonuses
• Quarterly Highwire events; Dog-friendly office and supportive environment

Job details and duties may vary by account needs. The duties described are not exclusive and may be adjusted by management.