PR Account Executive | New York, NY Job at Valid8 Financial, Inc. in New York

Overview

The Lede Company is seeking an Account Executive to join its Brand team in our New York office. The Account Executive will play an integral role in supporting approximately 5 - 7 accounts across our fashion, CPG, and lifestyle verticals.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and pitch compelling stories and narratives on behalf of clients to secure consistent product-centric coverage and overall develop strong brand awareness
• Lead client programs and campaigns from planning to execution
• Write, proof and edit a variety of PR and marketing materials, while contributing as a team member on client accounts
• Oversee and mentor coordinators and assistants including reviewing client agendas, recap reports and clips
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships through consistent communication, while also managing daily client tasks
• Support the development and ideation of client PR strategies, including client messaging, media and influencer targeting, and creative seeding ideas
• Work alongside partner teams within the agency as well as client partner agencies
• Provide on-site support at events including coordinating logistics at all stages of programming
• Contribute to monthly, project and/or event reporting and recaps across all clients
• Some evening and weekend hours will be required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Communications, English, Public Relations or Marketing
• Brand PR experience in cpg, fashion, and/or lifestyle
• Agency experience preferred
• Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills
• Business acumen with the ability to communicate across internal teams and departments
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Drive
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in social media platforms and digital marketing

Ideal Candidate

• A collaborative team member and an out-of-the-box thinker who can bring together people, processes, and ideas to drive results
• An enthusiastic professional with a passion for communications, who is also skilled in establishing and growing relationships
• A strong communicator, researcher, and strategist
• A self-starter with energy, creativity, and an innate interest and curiosity for fashion, cpg, lifestyle, and culture

The Lede Company is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

About The Lede Company

The Lede Company is a full-service strategy, communications and social impact consulting firm, specializing in corporate, entertainment, brand and nonprofit sectors. With dedicated Talent, Music, Strategic Communications, Brand, Content and Social Impact divisions, we work with our clients to advance business and social outcomes through innovative storytelling, media, campaigns and partnerships. Our service offerings draw on our expertise, relationships, and resources, all of which enable us to exceed client expectations and ultimately, deliver results.

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