Assistant Account Executive

Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Account Executive to join our Technology Practice.

This is an entry level position whereyou’llwork collaboratively with team members on key account projects and help organize the team around upcoming assignments.

You’llhave the opportunity to learn more about the industry and agency and exploredifferent rolesand skillsets within public relations and communications.

You will be responsible for developing highly curated media lists to provide your teams withaccuratejournalist and influencer information to successfully secure coverage for clients. This role will also entail conducting industry news monitoring to flag any trends,issuesand media coverage for clients. You will be expected to actively network with media and influencers to develop relationships, pitch media and securing coverage opportunities, andmaintainteam operations with agendas, actionitemsand reports.

• Participate in team and client calls andprovidethorough notes and action items to help move deliverablesforwardevery week.
• Assistinprovidingclear client communication under the direction of your account leads.
• Develop the first draft of PR content like press materials, speaker submissions, blog and social media content, bylines, etc. for review by your team.
• Monitor and develop reports for client and industry media coverage.
• Conduct media outreach with guidance from AE/SAE; pitching news announcements and conductingfollow up via phone and email.
• Research and track industry events, speaking opportunities and awards for clients,providing recommendations to internal team members.
• Produce monthly or weekly reports outlining key activities and initiatives.
• Conduct new business research to support upcoming pitches and presentations.
• Promote and uphold
  
  Allison’s core values;participate in agency-wide training and professional development programs.

• Preferred experience as an account coordinator or equivalent experience in public relations,marketingora related field. Assistant Account Executives at Allisontypically have a minimum of 1+ years of experience.
• Tech Industry interest or background strongly preferred.
• Works independently on assignments, as directed.
• Self-motivated, eager to learn and enthusiastic about the work.
• Foundationinresearch and content development.
• Prior experience working in Microsoft Outlook, Word,PowerPoint and Excel, alongside Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
• Takes direction well, asks clarifying questions and follows through on required deadlines.
• Proficiency in using media monitoring and data analytics tools like Muckrack, Critical Mention,Meltwaterand Cision.

• Hybrid work environment with home and office schedule (2+ days in office per week) and work from anywhere weeks
• Comprehensive health benefits (healthcare, vision, dental, pet, home, and auto insurance)
• Generous time off policies (unlimited paid time off, wellness days, national holidays, summer Fridays)
• Four-week sabbatical every five years of employment
• Exceptional parental leave benefits
• Global mentorship and networking programs
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• 401k savings and employee stock purchase plan
• Volunteer hours (20 hours annually) for designated non-profit partner and personal choice
• Globally driven DEI initiatives (Employee Advocacy Groups, DEI committee)
• Career growth opportunities, such as Allison University (multi-day customized trainings for each level)

Our founding vision was to create a positive and entrepreneurial environment where talented people thrive – and creativity – killing bureaucracy…doesn’t.

We celebrate diversity and are committed toprovidingan inclusive environment for our employees. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind and are committed to building an agency where everyone is welcome, and every voice is heard. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

In order tocomply withequal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, we believe the target range of base compensation in all locations within the United States for this role is $50K- $60K. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to medical, dental and vision coverage, we offer a generous unlimited PTO plan, 401kprogramand comprehensive benefits plan.

Additionalperksand benefits include a month-longsabbatical, active employee advocacy groups, globally driven DEI initiatives, wellness days, summer Fridays and learning and development programs for our employees.