Senior Account Executive

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Position at Hill Knowlton Strategies
Senior Account Executive
H K
Strategies is searching for a
highly motivated,
talented
Senior Account Executive
to support one of the world’s largest
technology
companies within our growing
U.S.
Technology
practice. This is a unique opportunity to grow as a communications professional working within a dynamic, global agency and on a client that strives to use its
prominent
global reach to have a
n innovative and
positive impact on the world.
The
ideal
candidate will be someone who
has a client-obsessed mindset to deliver results and superior client service.
The successful candidate will have a knack for storytelling and
plan
development and enjoy fostering relationships with clients and reporters alike.
A passion for media relations isn’t just a plus, it’s a must-have
We’re looking for candidates who bring enthusiasm and curiosity to the job
and seek to learn everything they can about the industries within which their clients live. If you enjoy the craft of media relations, and the art of storytelling, and
want to learn more about the
science of client counsel, this may be the role for you!
Here’s
what you’ll be doing:
Planning and executing strategic executive communications programs that connect to
innovative, emerging technologies
Leveraging top-tier media relationships to drive successful earned media outcomes for clients
Exercising creativity in account strategy and planning
Providing clients with proactive and informed recommendations based on a true understanding of, and changes within, the media landscape
Using data and analytics to report results and insights that are valuable to the client and key executives
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with client contacts
Proactively identifying and developing story angles or new ideas
Contributing superb writing abilities and developing materials that articulate and promote our client’s initiatives and programs
Generating fresh ideas for programs, events and media outreach that parallel client objectives
Working closely with H K team members and key client contacts across multiple projects at the same time, ensuring high quality and precision on client deliverables
Contributing creativity, passion, and expertise to an entrepreneurial team environment where everyone’s voice is heard, highly valued and rewarded
What else is in it for you?
Competitive benefits package—including healthy vacation allotment, 401(k) matching, medical/dental/vision support), fitness reimbursement, your birthday off, and more
A career working with and influencing bold, impactful clients and innovative account teams
Strong leadership with a focus on entrepreneurial thinking, training, and mentoring to help you grow, expand your skills, and become your professional best
What you’ll need to get here:
Undergraduate degree
Located in the Pacific Time Zone; California or San Francisco-based is preferred, but not required
3 years experience in strategic communications/public relations; experience working with clients in the
technology
sector; agency experience
highly preferred
Proven track record of successful planning and executing executive communications programs that meet client business objectives
Earned media expertise with the ability to develop media strategy and secure earned media coverage for clients
Strong understanding of the media landscape; proactive in tracking relevant changes in the media and the ability to make recommendations/share insight with client contacts based on those changes
Digital & social media savvy with an understanding of how to
reach a target audience and
drive engagement through new media
Enthusiasm for working as a leader within a team, managing, and upskilling junior staff while modeling corporate culture values
Excellent client service skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with client contacts
Superb writing and editing skills across a variety of platforms with a keen eye for detail and love of the written word
Passion, integrity, and excitement for the H K brand
Professionalism, poise, and confidence in participating in a variety of situations including client meetings, internal executive meetings, and media events
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