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Derris, an Orchestra company · 4 hours ago

Senior Account Executive, Integrated Communications

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$75K/yr - $80K/yr

3+ years exp

Derris is a strategic communications company that partners with brands shaping culture. They are seeking a Senior Account Executive responsible for leadership and strategic planning across various clients, focusing on influencer initiatives and brand activation across emerging platforms.

AdvertisingConsulting

Responsibilities

Work along-side clients and cross-functional teams to develop standout creative concepts, viral campaign moments, and differentiated pitch angles

Support on influencer programs — from strategy, briefs, casting, outreach, and negotiations to content approvals, measurement, and ongoing optimization using data insights

Build and maintain strong relationships with media and influencers across print, digital, broadcast, and podcasts to secure high-impact coverage and feature placements

Set the tone for client meetings, proactively driving projects forward, managing communication up and down and ensuring all deliverables meet deadlines

Write pitches, fact sheets, media briefs, press releases and more with ease to provide media everything they need to garner killer coverage

Help us develop strategies and relationships to earn placements in social media channels, like Hypebeast’s TikTok or Purewow’s Instagram

Mentor junior team members and expand industry relationships through events and networking to strengthen overall program impact

Qualification

Media relationsInfluencer engagementStrategic planningSocial media strategyContent creationTeam leadershipCommunication skillsMentorshipAttention to detailFlexibility

Required

3-5 years of relevant experience

A strategic mindset and the ability to think through communications approaches that drive tangible results

Understanding of today's social, digital, and activation landscape, including the unique advocacy strategies across platforms

A finger on the pulse of emerging cultural trends, talent, and conversations shaping society

A proven record of securing coverage through media relations, influencer engagement, and targeted outreach across traditional and emerging media platforms

Expertise in both organic and paid advocacy strategies

Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple clients, meet deadlines, and keep the bigger picture in focus

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with management and mentorship of junior level team members

Ability to work independently, while thriving in a dynamic, high energy, team-oriented atmosphere

Flexibility and confidence working across industries and client categories