Account Executive – Development Counsellors International

Public Relations Account Executive
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Overview
Development Counsellors International (DCI) is looking for a Public Relations Account Executive (AE) to join our economic development PR team. Are you interested in how cities and states are creating marketing campaigns to attract businesses and jobs to their communities? No background in economic development? No problem! We provide the training you need to become an expert in the field. Bring your PR skills, passion for news, and media savvy, and you’ll be set up for success. DCI is an equal opportunity employer and has taken a Diversity Pledge to ensure our agency is advancing racial justice, identifying unconscious bias, and using our platform to advocate for change.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze daily news (local and national) for 4‑5 clients, identifying media opportunities.

Develop and pitch story ideas to teammates based on current news.

Assist senior publicists in developing strong, targeted reporter lists for pitching.

Track and report media coverage with minimal supervision.

Demonstrate critical thinking by suggesting next steps in pitch development or projects.

Cultivate relationships with reporters to secure coverage.

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of PR and media relations experience required.

Passion for reading, watching, and/or listening to the news daily.

Experience working with reporters and building meaningful relationships.

Strong, creative, AP‑style writing skills with the ability to identify a story angle.

Proven project management skills, including organization, initiative, multitasking, and delegation under tight deadlines.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when working with teammates, clients, and reporters.

BA or BS (in Public Relations, Communications, Economics, Business preferred).

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or have all necessary approvals to live/work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of agency experience.

Experience with Microsoft 365, Muck Rack, Wrike, or similar platforms; or ability to learn a new program quickly.

Familiarity with Wrike or a similar project management system.

Work Environment
This is a hybrid role that requires you to work in our Denver office 2 days a week.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary.

Unique open‑book management system with performance‑based incentive program.

Medical, dental and vision coverage.

401‑K match.

Flexible paid time off.

Paid holidays.

Parental leave.

Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a resume and writing samples.

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