JOIN THE FULL PICTURE TEAM
POSITION
Account Executive, Strategic Communications - Talent / Entertainment
REPORTS TO
Associate Director, Talent
THE COMPANY
Full Picture is an award-winning, bi-coastal agency with a team of highly creative individuals who live and work at the crossroads of fashion, beauty, entertainment, and technology. As an agency, we forecast trends, identify key moments, and capture the public’s interest to bring our clients’ ideas to life.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and manage selected accounts with guidance and direction from the division head
- Serve as day-to-day internal lead and external contact for selected accounts
- Oversee workflow, deadlines, budgets, and resources (both team and dollars) for selected accounts
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and media representatives
- Assign, supervise, mentor and manage the activities of an Account Coordinator
- Generate strategic communication plans for selected accounts with an eye to developing smart, fresh and buzz-worthy ideas
- Organize and lead brainstorm / ideation sessions with internal team members
- Keep Division head apprised of account status including big ideas, issues and opportunities
- Be alert to opportunities for additional assignments from current clients, and look for ways for Full Picture to become more essential to their roster of external partners
- Participate as required in new business pitch submissions and meetings
REQUIRED SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Ability to think both strategically and creatively as well as connect the dotsEffective organizational and project management skillsExcellent verbal, written, presentation, organizational and follow-up skills a mustAbility to write interesting, creative, and effective profile pitchesPossess strong interpersonal skillsAble to work in a team environment- someone who is an enthusiastic team player and has the ability to get along with othersNetworking with media, PR professionals and industry events, a mustNatural affinity for client service and experience working with a variety of client types and personalitiesSkilled and comfortable presenting to clients in both formal and informal settingsAble to work well and remain both calm and solution-oriented under pressure, i.e. multiple deadlines and tight turnaround schedulesPolished, professional, mature demeanorREQUIRED EXPERIENCE
5-6 years of PR experience working with talent / individualsAt least 3 years of experience managing othersAgency experience desired, but not required4-year college degreeHands-on experience writing clear, interesting, effective press releases, media alerts, press pitches, and other materialsEstablished relationships with long lead, short lead and online editors in entertainment, beauty, fashion and lifestyle sectorsEstablished relationships with beauty, fashion and entertainment brandsStrong and current understanding of social media platforms and an ability to increase personal brand awareness and generate press through this landscapeSkills & Qualities
Manage and lead day-to-day for some of the agency’s top clientsConceptualize and execute strategic communication plans across clientsAble to lead, encourage, mentor, and develop junior staff membersEffective organizational and project management skillsExcellent verbal, written, presentation, organizational and follow-up skills a mustAbility to write interesting, creative, and effective press releases, media alerts, press pitches and materialsPossess knowledge of the corporate business media industry as well as popular cultureAble to work in a team environment- someone who is an enthusiastic team player and has the ability to get along with othersEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and media representatives and maximize these relationships to develop new business opportunitiesEffective client communicationCreate and implement proactive and targeted press campaignsThe Spirit of Full Picture
We take great pride in everything we do to nurture the well-being of our employees - from a comprehensive benefits program and flexible work arrangements to a strong focus on company culture with ongoing skill-building and wellness opportunities.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome all smart, creative, future-focused brains.
Company Benefits & Programs
Full time team members are eligible for the following :
Comprehensive medical benefits including health, dental and vision coverageRemote-friendly, hybrid work model with offices in New York and LAPTO plan that varies by level and tenureDesignated days off for mental health and wellness401(K) planQuarterly Company outings and team activities designed to promote knowledge and connectivityFull Picture University (FPU) and CEO master classes to fuel professional growth and developmentMentorship from seasoned industry expertsHOW TO APPLY
Please apply through LinkedIn.
No phone calls please.
