Public Relations Account Executive, B2B Tech & Professional Services at Highwire

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Professional ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 2-3 years of PR experience (e.g., at an agency or startup)
  • Solid relationships with key media and influencers
  • Strong knowledge of media and influencers relevant to clients’ business
  • Finger on the pulse of social media
  • Exceptional writing skills
  • Ability to thrive in a values-driven, inclusive environment with high standards and personal accountability

Responsibilities

  • Proactive media engagement and storyline development
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with media and influencer targets
  • Secure coverage for accounts according to team goals
  • Facilitate media briefings and provide feedback to clients
  • Own portions of client PR calls
  • Provide counsel on media opportunities and coverage
  • Present quarterly/yearly account progress as needed
  • Own key elements of PR programs (e.g., analysts, influencers, speaking, content)
  • Become a go-to resource for client contacts
  • Generate press releases and content with minimal edits
  • Generate and edit materials including award submissions, fact sheets, backgrounders, biographies, tour reports, briefing books, contributed articles, speaking abstracts, pitches, Q&As, company memos, and team correspondence; handle production and assembly
  • Maintain professional, articulate, and timely client communication
  • Develop consistent, creative, successful pitches
  • Mentor junior staff, assist in goal development, deliver annual reviews and quarterly check-ins
  • Participate in new business process: identify targets, research, and present at pitches
  • Identify, attend, and encourage attendance at networking events
  • Maintain respectful, enthusiastic, professional attitude; lead by example
  • Support teams, manage up and down
  • Responsible use of flexible work policies
  • Use Highwire social channels and write for Highwire blog
  • Proactively set up quarterly goals with principal and track progress

Skills

Public Relations
Social Media
Writing
Storytelling
Digital Marketing
Strategic Communications
Account Management
B2B Communications

Highwire

Public relations for disruptive technology companies

About Highwire

Highwire provides specialized public relations services aimed at helping disruptive companies, particularly in the technology sector, communicate effectively. The agency utilizes its background in journalism and its strategic location in Silicon Valley to craft tailored communication strategies that resonate with target audiences. Highwire's services include media relations, content creation, crisis communication, and strategic consulting, all designed to meet the unique needs of each client. What sets Highwire apart from its competitors is its focus on delivering measurable results and its deep understanding of the fast-paced tech industry. The company's goal is to create meaningful business outcomes for its clients by ensuring their messages are effectively conveyed in a complex media landscape.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$1.2MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
ConsultingIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Hybrid Work Options
401(k) Company Match
Home Office Stipend
Wellness Program

Risks

Internal restructuring from new executive appointments may disrupt service delivery.
Integration challenges from acquisitions could lead to operational inefficiencies.
Departure of key personnel may result in loss of client relationships.

Differentiation

Highwire specializes in PR for disruptive tech companies, leveraging Silicon Valley's innovation hub.
The firm integrates journalism roots with strategic PR, offering tailored communication strategies.
Highwire's focus on AI and robotics positions it as a leader in tech PR.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven PR strategies enhances Highwire's service offerings.
Acquisitions like Candor Content expand Highwire's digital marketing capabilities.
Strategic location in the Bay Area offers access to emerging tech sectors.

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