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We. Communications · 2 months ago

Account Executive, Microsoft

New York City, New York • Seattle, Washington

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$60K/yr - $68K/yr

2+ years exp

We. is a company that bridges the gap between technology and humanity, focusing on the human needs behind business creations. The Account Executive will assess and influence media narratives for Microsoft's communications team, collaborating on news announcements and thought leadership campaigns related to AI and emerging technologies.

Cause MarketingDigital MarketingMarketingPublic RelationsSocial Media

Responsibilities

Identify and track news cycles, competitor moves, and topics that key media, influencers, and content creators are focused on

Identify communications and storytelling trends to educate/inform clients and agency colleagues on shifts and opportunities

Curate media and creator target lists. Internalize which outlets and channels are eager to include clients’ news and thought leadership in their coverage, fostering relationships and opportunities overtime

Contribute to the creation of PR materials including communications plans, story ideas and pitch materials, briefing documents for spokespeople, frequently asked question resources, and more. Monitor and produce coverage about the outcomes/impact of the communications and storytelling actions the agency executed with clients

Come ready to ask thoughtful questions, form a point of view, and manage multi-step tasks and projects. Be proactive to move work forward

Practice a “learn it all” mindset where you are open to and implement constructive feedback and coaching

Model agency values. Share your experience through mentoring and team camaraderie

Diligent timesheet tracking and entry

Qualification

PR experienceMicrosoft Office proficiencyAnalytical writingIntegrated communication plansClient service orientationCuriosity in technologyPresentation skillsTeam collaboration

Required

2-3 years of experience in PR, communications, or journalism, preferably in an agency setting and/or within the high-tech industry

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (particularly Outlook, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint and Excel)

Strong analytical writing skills

Experience with written and developed materials, including integrated communication plans, press releases, pitches, and social media content highly desirable