Nyhus Communications

Job Title: Account Executive (Technology/Global Health Division)

(Posted 6/18/10)

 

Job Description: This role requires the account executive to handle a number of projects at any one time, be able to respond quickly to the media, clients and/or team requests. The account executive will clearly understand the team and client objectives and be proactive in and supportive at all times. The account executive will report to a senior account executive.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain client and internal reports
• Proactively manage key campaign programs including editorial, speaking and awards programs
• Serve as a point of contact with media and clients
• Media relations: identify media contacts, maintain lists, pitch development and story placement
• Draft press materials, briefing materials
• Demonstrate strong understanding and awareness of topical issues and apply to work

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or above in communications, journalism or related field preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Solid knowledge of technology media: print, online and broadcast (business and technology preferred)
• 1-3 years PR experience, former agency experience as an account coordinator (high-tech PR background preferred)
• Passion for technology
• Ability to successfully multi-task
• Experience producing and maintaining reports
• Experience with key PR programs (editorial calendar tracking, speaking opportunities, awards)
• Excellent written and verbal communications
• Flexible attitude
• Likes to have fun

Applicants may be required to take a writing test during the interview process.

To apply, please send a cover letter, your resume and three writing samples to careers@nyhus.com, indicating in the subject line the position for which you’re applying.  We respectfully ask that you refrain from calling about your application. We will contact you if we see a good fit.