GV Public Relations (www.gvpublicrelations.com) is an award-winning boutique public relations agency that specializes in travel, hospitality, lifestyle, and wellness. We are seeking a New York City-based Account Executive to join our growing team! Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years PR experience with a demonstrated background in travel and hospitality. Must have strong media contacts and the ability to balance priorities efficiently and effectively across several accounts.
Job Responsibilities:
-Write press releases and pitches, draft annual PR plans, etc.
-Arrange client visits, tours, dining experiences, and more for media and influencers.
-Coordinate press trips to hotel clients. Secure consistent and impactful media coverage and measurement.
-Participate in new business brainstorms and presentations and help create proposals.
-Maintain client relationships through meetings, conference calls, daily email and phone contact, agendas, reports, etc.
-Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists and influencers by attending events and networking, etc.
-Ideate and broker partnerships for creative campaigns.
-Implement and manage strategic events and brand activations.
-Strong awareness of current events/news and industry trends.
-Must be a collaborative team player and a proactive self-starter.
-Must possess a genuine passion for public relations and the hospitality/travel industry.
-Undergraduate degree.
-2-3 years work experience in travel/hospitality PR; previous agency experience preferred.
-Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking work environment.
-Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
-Portfolio of secured media coverage including magazine, newspaper, broadcast, and online placements.
-Comprehensive knowledge of the media and influencers, especially within the hospitality/travel space.
-Comprehensive knowledge of the hospitality/travel industry.
-Comprehensive knowledge of social media networks (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)
-Familiarity with media databases and PR tools like Muck Rack, Cision/PR Newswire, CoverageBook, etc.
-Consistently professional in demeanor and communication.
-Must be based in New York City and able to attend frequent in-person meetings and events.