Assistant Account Executive, Technology PR at Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Dallas, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Public Relations, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

Participating in brainstorms and compiling ideas for further development
Providing client service and cross-team support by attending meetings and taking detailed notes, handling calendar scheduling and call logistics, preparing client and team action notes
Providing client service administration including preparing client status and activity reports, and updating activity trackers to ensure deadlines are met
Monitoring and flagging coverage across client, competitor, and industry news; also includes developing coverage reports for company events and news announcements, flagging major media moves, and compiling program recaps
Conducting background research, compiling, and analyzing media or competitor coverage
Developing briefing materials, including schedules, messaging, and reporter background to support media interviews
Researching, outlining, writing, editing, and proofreading press materials, specifically press releases, media pitches, interview briefs, fact sheets, client correspondence and other materials
Demonstrating an understanding of research techniques, including analysis of media coverage and online conversation (volume and tone), and identification and categorization of various stakeholders, including organizations and individuals to be engaged by clients
Identifying opportunities for newsjacking and developing creative, proactive pitch angles to earn coverage for clients between news moments
Engaging with media/influencers, monitoring media moves and ongoing flagging of relevant journalist/influencer updates
Assisting with event logistics, including developing event trackers, venue and vendor coordination, spokesperson/executive prep, staffing events, identifying target media, and supporting clients at major national and global events
Understanding key client information including business strategy, industry issues, products and services, key customers, and competitors
Assisting with new business, including compiling company research, developing competitive landscape analyses, and contributing to strategy development

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PRStrategic CommunicationsClient ServiceAccount ManagementBrainstormingMeeting NotesCalendar SchedulingTechnology PRDigital MediaIntegrated Communications

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require working in an office?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities for the Assistant Account Executive role?

Responsibilities include participating in brainstorms, providing client service support like attending meetings and taking notes, monitoring news coverage, conducting research, developing briefing materials, and writing/editing press materials.

What is the company culture like at Edelman?

Edelman's culture thrives on boldness as possibility, empathy as progress, and curiosity as momentum, fostering an equitable workplace that promotes trust, collaboration, and belonging in a collaborative, engaging environment.

What is the team structure in the Technology practice?

The Technology practice team consists of 100+ dedicated professionals and experts with backgrounds in journalism, digital media, creative strategy, management consulting, and integrated communications marketing.

What growth opportunities are available for this role?

The role offers a comprehensive, interactive onboarding program to ensure proficiency with systems and industry knowledge, supporting growth and development in a collaborative environment to jumpstart a successful career.

Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Develops marketing strategies for Microsoft

About Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Working at Daniel J. Edelman Holdings offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of developing comprehensive marketing and communications strategies. This company’s focus on media relations, social media, data analytics, and influencer collaborations in partnership with a major industry player like Microsoft illustrates a strong alignment with technology and strategic growth. The environment encourages collaboration and innovation, allowing employees to hone their skills in a cutting-edge and dynamic sector.

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51-200Employees