Evolve Public Relations and Marketing · 1 week ago
Public Relations Account Manager
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$55K/yr - $80K/yr
2+ years expEvolve Public Relations and Marketing is seeking an experienced Public Relations Account Manager to join their team. The role involves pitching stories, securing media coverage for clients, and managing unique client accounts in a collaborative environment.
AdvertisingEvent ManagementPublic Relations
Responsibilities
While we work in a collaborative environment, account managers handle their own unique set of client accounts
Our clients include restaurants/food concepts, medical, legal, real estate, corporate, non-profit, and more
In this role, you will need to be a strategic thinker and leader, have the ability to communicate client products and services to various markets and demographics, and think outside the box to be creative in your story telling
There may be times when you will be required to work outside of the normal work hours of: Monday thru Thursday - 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m
On occasion, you may be required to attend an early morning/early evening television segment for a client
Compensation for working on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday is provided
Research and manage your client’s individual needs
Come up with creative story ideas to pitch to the media
Attend client meetings
Coordinate interviews for your clients
Write and edit bylines and press release
Compile monthly reports using our media monitoring platforms
Research specific industry news/trends for use in communicating/marketing for our clients
Review literature on clients, previous marketing materials used that were successful, and gather materials of competitive companies in the field
Assist in the creation and management of multiple media contact database
Pitch and secure coverage in local, national and trade mediums
Gather and prepare for client meetings, and prepare monthly account summaries of account activities for clients
Represent and manage local and national brands
Write and edit copy – contribute articles, pitches, press releases, award submissions, etc
Write and disseminate press releases and pitches to local and national media outlets
Coordinate various events including grand openings, anniversaries, seminars, etc
Qualification
Required
Reside in the Phoenix metro area (Out of state applications will not be considered)
Experienced PR professional (2+ years with an agency preferred)
Collaborative
Leader
Teammate
Storyteller
Valid Driver's License
Current Automobile Insurance
Reliable Transportation
Highly motivated, results driven story tellers with a minimum of two years of public relations (PR) experience
PR experience includes 'pitching' story ideas, writing press releases, bylines, curating media lists, and working on behalf of clients to promote their business to all media, etc
Strong writing skills, particularly knowledgeable of 'AP' style
Ability to strategize and lead executive level meetings with clients
Robust relationship building skills, both externally and internally
Teamwork spirit and enjoys a positive culture
Coordinate and attend on-site tv segments, in-studio appearances, client meetings and events are a regular part of this position
Due to the interactive nature of this job, this position is open to candidates based in the Phoenix Metro area only
College degree in journalism, communications, or public relations
Knowledge of AP-style writing and editing
Superior presentation and analytical skills, plus demonstrated skills to handle a variety of assignments simultaneously
Ability to work under deadline pressure and extra hours if needed on assignments
Proficient in various computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Social Media platforms, etc
Preferred
Experienced PR professional (2+ years with an agency preferred)
Expertise in pitching and establishing relationships with local/national media is preferred
Use of Muckrack, Smartsheet, Qwoted and Critical Mention
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life insurance
Vacation time, sick pay, holiday pay (available upon starting)
401K Plan with company matching (after one year)
Profit Sharing (TBD)
Cell phone reimbursement
Gas mileage for work related travel
Assigned laptop for ability to work in or out of the office
On the spot awards (cash award)
Work from home
Early release Fridays
Company
Evolve Public Relations and Marketing
Evolve Public Relations and Marketing provides strategic planning, branding, advertising, message creation, and event management services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Kaplan
Owner
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