PR Account Specialist

The job involves managing client accounts, contributing to marketing and PR initiatives, and collaborating with the team to create buzz and secure media coverage. The ideal candidate should have 1-3 years of experience in public relations, strong communication skills, and a self-motivated, organized, and adaptable work style.

• Stay up-to-date on client priorities to ensure your team is aligned with client marketing/PR initiatives and they are delighted with our services.
• Contribute to client status reports and weekly calls.
• Collaborate and communicate closely with your supervisor and other team members.
• Develop local marketing plans to create buzz for new location openings, struggling locations or market introductions.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, management and customer service skills at all times.
• Write, edit and/or contribute to media alerts, talking points and other client-facing materials.
• Manage the press release process.
• Draft compelling pitch requests to arm the PR team to generate coverage.
• As needed, conduct follow-up calls with local media to generate additional media coverage.
• Pitch and secure product drops and/or round-ups across the country.
• Submit calendar and event listings.
• Identify and develop relationships with influencers.
• Calculate media values including estimated audience and impressions.
• Monitor media coverage and send reporting to clients.
• Contribute to creative and “big splash” ideation with Champion’s team on behalf of all of the agency’s clients.

• Education: A degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in public relations, with a proven track record of managing client accounts and leading successful campaigns.
• Skills:
  • Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
  • Expertise in media relations and outreach strategies.
  • High-level organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Traits: Energetic, self-motivated, creative, organized, and adaptable.
• Client-Facing: Comfortable and confident in presentations and communication with C-level executives.