Southwest Strategies Group · 10 hours ago
Account Executive
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$55K/yr - $70K/yr
1+ years expSouthwest Strategies Group is a company focused on building leaders in the industry and community. They are seeking a full-time Account Executive to support project managers in public communications, community outreach, and media relations, while also coordinating special events and market research.
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Responsibilities
Contribute to the development and implementation of PR, marketing, and communications plans, including research, strategy, and content development
Conduct media and influencer outreach: draft press materials, build lists, pitch stories, and manage distribution opportunities
Draft content for social media, blogs, email, websites, advertising, fact sheets, presentations, and other collateral
Support profile building activities: identify award, spokesperson and contributed/byline article opportunities; draft and manage submissions
Support digital marketing and SEO efforts: manage social content calendars, coordinate paid campaigns, track analytics, and optimize content
Collaborate with designers and digital specialists to develop visuals, ads, and other creative assets
Plan and execute events, meetings, and tours: create plans, manage RSVPs, coordinate vendors, staff logistics, and support on-site execution
Lead community and stakeholder outreach, including canvassing, field engagement, and responding to inquiries
Build and maintain stakeholder, media, and influencer databases; track outreach activities and relationships
Proofread and edit client materials such as news releases, pitches, and newsletters
Support account management: maintain project trackers, budgets, agendas, meeting notes, and client deliverables
Produce reporting on media coverage, outreach efforts, digital analytics, and campaign performance
Assist with business development by researching proposals, identifying opportunities, and participating in community or trade organizations
Additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in public relations or related field strongly preferred
1+ years' previous Public Relations or Community Relations experience required
Benefits
No-cost medical plan
Dental
Vision
FSA
3 weeks PTO
14 paid holidays
401(k) profit sharing
Professional development stipend
Internal training programs
Company wellness stipend for ClassPass
Mentorship from experienced professionals
Company events and celebrations
Employee recognition program
Company
Southwest Strategies Group
Southwest Strategies Group is one of the most respected, recognized and successful public outreach and communications firms in the Western United States.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Palladium Equity Partners
2022-12-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Jennifer Wahl
Chief Operating Officer
Ben Boyce, APR
Senior Vice President and Partner
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