Account Executive - Maverick Creative

Maverick Creative, a Finn Partners company, is seeking a driven Account Executive to join their team. The role involves managing client relationships, developing media pitches, and securing media coverage for clients in the travel and lifestyle sectors.ResponsibilitiesServe as a point of contact for clients and handle day-to-day activities of the account team, client projects and account management to ensure exceptional service to our clientsLead client news engine efforts, including developing pitches and securing coverage, working with media on story development, handling incoming media requestsCultivate relationships with national, regional, and online media, and with freelancers and influencersIdentify industry trends and build creative and strategic pitches to support themWrite structured, persuasive copy; highly skilled in writing in a range of styles including: news releases, pitches, media Q&As and status reportsServe as editor and help set direction on development of releases, customer profiles, bylined articles, and other press materialsAnticipate and proactively offer solutions to senior team leadership for executional issues specific to assigned programsLead monthly and annual reporting efforts for our clients, showcasing 'wins,' key initiatives and successesSupport new business proposals, team brainstorm sessions, and staff meetingsMaintain current knowledge of news and events regarding our clients, their industries, and their competition: read news outlets; know what is happening in the business landscape of our clientsContinuously explore and assess value-added solutions and new ideas for implementationSkills1-2 years prior experience working in a public relations role; travel or hospitality PR experience is a bonus, but not requiredBachelor's degreeExperience working with traditional and new media, social media and digital campaignsProven experience in pitching and securing stories in top-tier consumer media outlets – including travel, lifestyle, consumer business titlesExperience in writing and managing client programs and reportsStrong project management and client relationship skillsExcellent oral and written communications skills (includes presentation skills, editing skills, and strong attention to detail)Experience working with Cision, Muckrack and other measurement platformsAbility to work from our offices in NYC or San Francisco at least two days per weekValid passport and flexibility to travel domestically and internationally for client commitments when requiredContent creation, photography and videography skills are a plus but not requiredBenefitsGenerous time-off policy with extra time off during the summer and office closure between Christmas and New Year’s DayTravel and hotel staysTravel + consumer discounts (from rental cars to Tiffany’s!)Complimentary reservations of company house in upstate NYFrequent happy hours and team outingsWellness subsidy401KAffordable, comprehensive health insuranceHybrid In-Office/WFH scheduleCompany OverviewFinn Partners is a PR firm that offers a range of services including advertising, branding, digital marketing, and employee engagement. It was founded in 2011, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.finnpartners.com/.



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