Junior Account Executive (Public Relations), Citizen Relations

Junior Account Executive
Company Description
Citizen is a global PR agency built to unleash the potential of ambitious brands. Integrated teams across PR, creative & strategy, insights & intelligence, digital, and experiential marketing give the curiosity, confidence, and courage to stay ahead of trends, make bold moves, and maximize measurable success.

With 10 offices across North America and Europe, Citizen’s client roster includes P&G, Dole Packaged Foods, Duracell, Simon Malls, and Valvoline. The agency's disruptive campaigns have been awarded across the world from such shows as The Clios, Webbys, The One Show, LIAs, PRWeek Global and the Cannes International Festival of Creativity.

Since 2022 Citizen has been named a PR Agency of the Year by Strategy Magazine. In 2024 the agency made the ‘Best in Business’ list from Inc. Magazine and was a Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year. In 2025, Citizen was named to PRNews’ Elite Top 120 Agencies List.

This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to grow, connect, and belong in a vibrant environment. Beyond global opportunities, personal time, and unforgettable team-bonding, we prioritize professional development, committed to unleashing the potential for our talent across all offices. If you lead with curiosity and are eager to make a lasting impact for the world's biggest brands, you can find out more about us here:

https://www.citizenrelations.com/about

About the role
We’re looking for a high-performing team player that’s looking to kick-start their career in PR & communications. They will have an internship or other relevant experience under their belt, with a keen interest in media relations and a strong understanding of social media marketing and influencer relations. In this role you will:

Handle multiple client assignments, which requires strong time‑management and organizational skills

Support the development of media lists with oversight from senior team members

Conduct media and influencer outreach with guidance from more senior team members

Write first drafts of media materials, such as pitches, fact sheets and backgrounders

Contribute to plan development by researching tactical recommendations with support of larger team

Source costs for campaign elements (e.g. influencer costs, mailer costs, etc.)

Support all logistical and administrative needs as assigned by the team

Support the writing of first drafts of case studies with review and input from senior team members

About you

A degree in public relations, marketing communications, or similar

Internship (or similar) experience in public relations, social media management and /or event management

Past experience in an agency setting is highly valued

Ability to prioritize multiple demands in a fast‑paced environment

Passionate about identifying and influencing trends

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Entrepreneurial attitude and a go‑getter

Team player and generous spirit

Superior interpersonal and communication skills

Demonstrated initiative
Transparency matters to us. For this role, you can expect a salary between $50,000‑60,000 annually depending on experience.

Joining Citizen Relations, you are part of the Plus Company. This network of entrepreneurial agencies is designed to collaborate, not compete. It empowers every agency – and every individual – to bring their own unique capabilities together to make magic happen. You will be empowered to take risks, dream big, develop your skills and grow in your career with the full support of the network and all it has to offer.

We thank all applicants. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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