Wireside Communications® · 4 days ago
Assistant Account Executive
Richmond, Virginia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$48K/yr - $48K/yr
1+ years expWireside Communications® is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to support the day-to-day operations of client accounts. The role involves executing client programs, managing media relations, content creation, and participating in agency marketing efforts.
AdvertisingPublic Relations
Responsibilities
Working closely with the team to support day-to-day operations of client accounts
Execute tactics and produce deliverables as specified in client programs
Content creation
National and international media relations
Analyst relations
Blogger relations
Social media
News releases
Speaking engagements
Awards
Industry monitoring and rapid response
Writing
Ongoing materials development
Participate in agency marketing
Agency social media efforts
Day-to-day operations of the agency
Proactive and reactive outreach to reporters, analysts and influencers
Pitch development
Prepare briefing sheets and briefing books
Build and maintain target lists
Conduct, analyze and provide sound recommendations based on research
Track, analyze and summarize client, competitor and industry news and information with thoughtfulness and context
Provide quality social media monitoring
Create comprehensive and thoughtful reports (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports)
Develop and/or manage guest list/invitations
Coordinate logistics – i.e. meals/travel/lodging/meeting space
Schedule and coordinate meetings with media/analysts/influencers
Manage promotion efforts
Build and maintain a social media calendar
Identify and connect with individuals/organizations to build audience engagement
Respond to all relevant tagged posts and direct messages
Follow relevant accounts
Provide updates as needed
Research speaking opportunities
Build and maintain speaking and awards databases
Manage speaking and awards calendar submissions
Begin to pitch and secure engagements at industry conferences
Write and edit materials (pitches, briefing sheets, speaking abstracts, executive biographies, social media, blog posts, bylines etc.)
Read industry articles, competitor coverage and client news to gain an understanding of industry trends
Watch, listen to and read national and world news daily
Stay on top of current events to demonstrate understanding of the larger media landscape, including tech and general business trends
Attend team meetings (virtually or in-person)
Demonstrate professional conduct and demeanor
Prepare activity reports, meeting recaps and client measurement presentations
Create and manage expense trackers for client out-of-pocket expenses
Review work of Program Coordinator and interns, and help lead them to success
Track time and submit expense reports on time and support general agency administrative tasks
Participate in new business process by conducting prospect, competitor and/or industry research
Contribute to agency marketing efforts, including awards submissions, social media content/posts and/or blog posts
Represent Wireside well at all times
Take ownership of actions, decisions and results – both positive and negative – and their impact on individual’s work and team
Travel may be required
Qualification
Required
Outstanding written and verbal communication, project management and time management
Excellent interpersonal and client service skills
Organized with the ability to focus while working off-site
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Understanding of social community management and best practices and platforms
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Commitment to personal accountability
1-2 years of Public Relations, Marketing, Communications experience, or related industry
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English or related area of study
Superb organizational, project and time management skills to meet deadlines
Strong ability to write and communicate clearly and concisely
Passion for creating excellent high-quality deliverables
Strong spirit of collaboration, highly self-motivated and results-driven with a can-do attitude
Company
Wireside Communications®
Wireside Communications® is an award-winning independent strategic communications, marketing and public relations agency focused on the consumer and B2B tech sectors.
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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