LDPR is hiring a Senior Account Executive to join our incredible team of travel-loving storytellers! Laura Davidson Public Relations (LDPR) is a highly driven and innovative travel and lifestyle public relations agency headquartered in New York City with a global roster of clients from destinations and tour companies to exclusive private islands, hotels and lifestyle brands. LDPR is proud to be named one of America’s Best PR Agencies for 2021 by Forbes. Our unique culture is defined by our collaborative and strategic approach to working with clients, media, and our staff; leading to strong partnerships with measurable results. This is your chance to work with a company who values culture over all else and offers a deep commitment to professional development! This role is for our New York office (hybrid schedule) so local candidates only, please.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Execute communication strategies that leverage all digital and social channels, major media outlets, influencer marketing, partnership marketing, sponsored content and emerging technologies
Pitch and secure media coverage (print, broadcast, online)
Develop impactful media materials (releases, press materials, etc.)
Produce creative ideas for pitches, press releases, creative deliveries, events
Manage own time and time of direct reports to meet KPIs within client budgets
Plan and execute events
Manage and nurture junior staff to develop their skills and achieve results
Assist agency leadership team in developing proposals for new business opportunities
3+ years experience in travel/lifestyle PR
Established relationships with national travel/culinary/lifestyle media
Well-documented placement record, including feature stories in national A-List media, regional newspapers, TV, and leading travel blogs
Strong creative writing and pitching skills
Strong presentation skills
Management experience
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects/deadlines with superior time/project management and organizational skills
Salary/Benefits:
Salary BOE. Package includes medical/dental/vision, retirement savings and bonus/commission
