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Junior Account Executive

Taylor, New York, NY, USA

Job type: Full Time


We’re looking for a Junior Account Executive who’s excited to start their career at the intersection of sports, culture, and storytelling. You’re the kind of person who’s already tracking what’s happening before it trends, and you’re ready to learn how to turn those insights into stories, media opportunities, collaborative connections, and earned/social focused campaigns that actually move people (and metrics).

WHAT YOU’LL DO
Learn the Craft
You’re building the foundation of strong communication, client service, and strategic thinking with guidance and support from your team.

Support development of client presentations, reports, and materials with clear, thoughtful contributions

Communicate professionally and effectively across emails, documents, and internal and external discussions

Build strong working relationships through responsiveness, collaboration, and follow-through

Develop a working understanding of Taylor’s business, offerings, and how we support client goals

Tell Stories That Stick
You help turn ideas into clear, compelling stories across channels.

Assist in writing press materials including releases, fact sheets, and media kits

Support messaging development and pitch materials aligned to client objectives

Contribute to brainstorms tied to sports moments, cultural trends, and brand narratives

Make Media Moves
You’re gaining hands‑on experience in media relations and influencer engagement.

Conduct media monitoring and track coverage across print, digital, broadcast, and social

Build and maintain media lists across relevant verticals

Support pitching efforts and help identify timely media opportunities

Begin developing awareness of key media and influencer relationships

Help Bring Ideas to Life
You keep work organized, moving, and execution‑ready.

Coordinate meetings, agendas, notes, and materials for internal and client teams

Support project management through timelines, trackers, and status updates

Assist with events, media tours, influencer programs, and other activations

Stay Curious, Think Ahead
You’re learning how strategy connects to culture, business, and results.

Conduct research, media monitoring, and competitive audits

Support reporting and recaps with data and key insightsContribute to client‑ready materials that translate activity into impact

Own the Details
Strong execution is the backbone of great work.

Maintain accurate timelines, documents, and trackers

Complete timesheets on time and with accuracy

Support budget tracking and expense reconciliation

Grow with the Team
You’re developing as a teammate and future leader.

Support interns or fellows as needed

Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performing team culture

WHAT YOU BRING

Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant internship or early professional experience

1+ years of experience in PR, communications, marketing, or related field

Strong interest in sports, culture, and how brands show up authentically within them

Familiarity with social media and influencer ecosystems

Strong writing skills and attention to detail

A growth mindset and eagerness to learn in a fast‑paced environment

Based in the New York Metro area, with the ability to be in our Manhattan office as needed

Respecting What's Right: makes ethical choices and treats others with respect by embracing diversity of backgrounds and thought

Entrepreneurial Enthusiasm: takes initiative and doesn't wait to be tapped. Leads from wherever they are and delivers irreplaceable value

Committed to Curiosity: open-minded and learns from all sources. Experiments and creates meaning in uncertainty

Pride In Partnership: uses empathy to build trusting relationships and ensure effective communication. Is open to others' ideas and viewpoints

Inspired Innovation: is imaginative with big dreams and goals. Invents and iterates to shape hearts, minds, and culture for the better

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