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

New York, New York, 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 hot startup)
  • Solid relationships with key media and influencer players
  • Strong knowledge of social media
  • Exceptional writing skills
  • Ability to thrive in a high-accountability, high-standards environment with a work hard/play hard mentality

Responsibilities

  • Proactive media engagement and storyline development for clients’ business
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with regular media and influencer targets
  • Secure coverage for each account according to team goals
  • Facilitate media briefings across client accounts 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 the PR program (analysts, influencers, speaking, content, etc.)
  • Become a go-to resource for client contact
  • Generate press releases and other content with minimal edits
  • Generate and edit award submissions, press releases, fact sheets, backgrounders, biographies, tour reports, briefing books, contributed articles, speaking opportunity abstracts, pitches, Q&As, company memorandums, and general team correspondence; handle their production and assembly
  • Maintain professional, articulate, and timely client communication
  • Mentor junior staff, assist in development of goals for reports, deliver annual reviews and quarterly check-ins
  • Participate in new business process: proactively identify new targets, conduct research, and present at pitches
  • Identify, attend, and encourage attendance at networking events
  • Maintain a respectful, enthusiastic, and professional attitude towards coworkers, clients, and outside colleagues; lead team by example
  • Support teams and 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; track against goals

Skills

Public Relations
Media Relations
Social Media
Writing
Storytelling
Digital Marketing
Account Management
B2B Tech PR

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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