Linhart Public Relations is seeking an account executive (AE) to join our team. The ideal AE candidate will have the energy and experience to support both our corporate and our consumer marketing client teams. Overall, the candidate should demonstrate the following professional experience and skill sets: clear and logical thinking, strong communications, writing, ability to work effectively in teams, media relations, social media, and project management. Ideally, the candidate will have at least 3 years of professional or relevant experience; prior PR firm experience is strongly preferred.
For an account executive, executing client work and securing results against program goals are the primary focus, with client interaction, project management, media relations and digital support. This also includes a consistent high quality of work and developing program recommendations that demonstrate an understanding of the client’s business and industry as well as the constantly changing news and issues environment.
Desired client service skills include:
- Working knowledge of clients’ business objectives and how communications can support them
- Writing and delivering clear, concise, thoughtful, and error-free client documents, reports, agendas and tactical project plans
- Uncovering/identifying trends, initiating ideas and contributing to program planning, media relations strategies, and budget development
- Leading or managing individual projects within programs, including meeting deadlines
- Developing effective client presentation and consulting skills, including rationale and recommendations (versus simply providing updates)
- Developing effective working relationships with clients and colleagues
- Taking responsibility for some client contact, in accordance with Linhart PR’s client service standards
- Contributing to monthly client progress reports that accompany invoices
In addition to client service skills, an AE candidate brings these professional skills to the team:
- Effective oral/presentation skills (e.g., articulate; provides context for verbal updates or ideas)
- Ability to manage and adhere to multiple deadlines and priorities, without prompting or reminders
- Advanced understanding and application of media relations and digital media skills, including proficiency in researching and identifying appropriate media target outlets, editors, reporters and producers; ability to develop media relationships by offering journalists worthwhile story ideas and opportunities; proven media wins; ability to develop key messages and materials to help prepare clients for interviews; familiarity with leveraging digital tools and channels for strategic business purposes; and a proven ability to integrate digital media tactics into plans
- Solid understanding and working knowledge of integrated communications
We believe in hiring individuals who will enhance the culture, vision and values of Linhart PR, and we are committed to aiding the development and growth of their careers at our firm. We invite you to take the next step toward a rewarding, challenging career opportunity. For immediate consideration, please submit your resume and cover correspondence to careers@linhartpr.com.
About Linhart Public Relations
Linhart Public Relations is an award-winning, 25-year-old national communications firm based in Colorado. Our mission is to partner with forward-thinking organizations to achieve their business objectives through the power of strategic communications.
Key industry areas include premium food and beverage, multi-unit restaurants, energy and utilities, health and wellness, and financial and professional services. Clients include Chipotle, Black Hills Energy, Crestone Peak Resources, Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner., Safe Rx, Ball Metalpack and Graebel, among others. Linhart PR is a partner in Worldcom PR Group, a global partnership of independent PR firms with 132 offices in 115 cities in 49 countries on six continents.
We offer a highly competitive compensation ($48k+, depending upon years of experience in PR) and benefits package, including: annual cash bonus based on firm profitability and individual performance, 401(k) match, excellent health and dental program, two weeks of vacation paid time off to start plus an additional one week of paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s along with 6 days sick paid time off, flexible scheduling and work-from-home; strong rewards and recognition programs; and a fun, collaborative work environment. To all of this, add Colorado’s unique outdoor lifestyle and attractions plus 300 days of sunshine per year.
