Account Executive, Strategic Communications

Account Executive, Strategic Communications - Talent/Entertainment

This role leads and manages selected accounts with guidance and direction from the division head.

The successful candidate will serve as day-to-day internal lead and external contact for selected accounts, overseeing workflow, deadlines, budgets, and resources.

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 dots
• Effective organizational and project management skills
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, organizational and follow-up skills a must
• Ability to write interesting, creative, and effective profile pitches
• Possess strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work in a team environment- someone who is an enthusiastic team player and has the ability to get along with others
• Networking with media, PR professionals and industry events, a must
• Natural affinity for client service and experience working with a variety of client types and personalities
• Skilled and comfortable presenting to clients in both formal and informal settings
• Able to work well and remain both calm and solution-oriented under pressure, i.e. multiple deadlines and tight turnaround schedules
• Polished, professional, mature demeanor

Required Experience:

• 5-6 years of PR experience working with talent/individuals
• At least 3 years of experience managing others
• Agency experience desired, but not required
• 4-year college degree
• Hands-on experience writing clear, interesting, effective press releases, media alerts, press pitches, and other materials
• Established relationships with long lead, short lead and online editors in entertainment, beauty, fashion and lifestyle sectors
• Established relationships with beauty, fashion and entertainment brands
• Strong and current understanding of social media platforms and an ability to increase personal brand awareness and generate press through this landscape

Skills & Qualities:

• Manage and lead day-to-day for some of the agency's top clients
• Conceptualize and execute strategic communication plans across clients
• Able to lead, encourage, mentor, and develop junior staff members
• Effective organizational and project management skills
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, organizational and follow-up skills a must
• Ability to write interesting, creative, and effective press releases, media alerts, press pitches and materials
• Possess knowledge of the corporate business media industry as well as popular culture
• Able to work in a team environment- someone who is an enthusiastic team player and has the ability to get along with others
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and media representatives and maximize these relationships to develop new business opportunities
• Effective client communication
• Create and implement proactive and targeted press campaigns

The 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:

• Comprehensive medical benefits including health, dental and vision coverage
• Remote-friendly, hybrid work model with offices in New York and LA
• PTO plan that varies by level and tenure
• Designated days off for mental health and wellness
• 401(K) plan
• Quarterly Company outings and team activities designed to promote knowledge and connectivity
• Full Picture University (FPU) and CEO master classes to fuel professional growth and development
• Mentorship from seasoned industry experts

How to Apply:

Please apply through LinkedIn.

No phone calls please.