The Consultancy PR is a dynamic brand communications practice that merges the sophisticated, senior-level execution of a big agency with the more personalized approach and entrepreneurial spirit of a boutique firm. The firm’s clients represent the best-in-class brands and individuals within the home/design, architecture, and luxury lifestyle categories.
TCPR is seeking an Account Executive with a minimum of two years of experience to support its current client roster. An ideal candidate will have previous experience and/or a personal interest in the interior design, architecture, luxury lifestyle industries, or adjacent categories, and possess an entrepreneurial spirit and desire to grow with the company.
ROLES + RESPONSIBILITIES
· Execute communication strategies to position a range of home/design and lifestyle and brands in the media marketplace
· Retain a network of media contacts across print and digital categories, as well as bloggers
· Create targeted media lists (in tandem with the Account Coordinator) and conduct press outreach to secure media opportunities, including press coverage in home/design, fashion (men’s and women’s), accessories, lifestyle, consumer and business outlets on a national and regional level, in print and digital categories
· Research and conduct proactive outreach to bloggers and social media influencers for partnership and/or event opportunities
· Contribute to story angle development, daily product placement and media tracking
· Coordinate logistics and manage guest lists for targeted press events to support seasonal launches, brand introductions, dinner/cocktail events, etc.
· Interface with clients daily as relevant to press opportunities, event management, sample traffic / loans, media monitoring, etc.
· Draft press materials, inclusive of press releases, company/executive bios, media alerts, case studies, etc.
· Demonstrate an understanding of how to prioritize duties, meet deadlines, proactively communicate progress and deliverables
· Complete individual tasks with minimal supervision; manage both up and down to the team
· Attend and facilitate media interviews/editor appointments; network with reporters and editors on a regular basis
· Read relevant consumer and trade media, including print digital publications as well as blogs; report to the team on industry news and opportunities for clients on a regular basis
· Keep up-to-date on key editorial calendars and ensure these are built into larger PR plans
· Oversee (in tandem with Account Coordinator) daily account management duties, including meeting planning, reviewing recaps and agendas
· Report to Account Director as well as senior leadership; supervise and mentor PR Coordinator on account management, research, daily projects, etc.
· B.S/B.A in Public Relations/Communications or related field
· Minimum two years of experience at a PR agency
· Relationships within the home/design, lifestyle, fashion as well as digital and regional media on both a national and regional level a plus
· Exceptional interpersonal, networking and verbal and written communications skills; team-oriented attitude
· Creative, efficient, detail-oriented and organized
· Positive, can-do attitude
· Solution-oriented with the ability to think critically and strategically
· Proactive with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a collaborative, yet fast-paced, environment
· Flexible, driven, curious and passionate about the design industry
· Excellent writing skills with attention to detail
· Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
· Knowledge of PR databases/tools such as Cision, PR Newswire/Businesswire
BENEFITS
The mental health and well-being of our team members is of the utmost importance to TCPR. It is our top priority to ensure our employees maintain a positive balance in their lives, both professionally and personally. We are invested in our team members’ short- and long-term growth at the agency and in their overall career paths. Our current benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, “flex” and volunteer days as well as maternity/paternity, bereavement and family medical leave
· Summer Fridays beginning at 1:30 PM from Memorial to Labor Day
· Inclusive Holiday calendar
· December break from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day
· Flexible work-from-home policy
· Comprehensive health insurance for all employees
· 401k plan for you to invest in your future
· Monthly stipend for cell phone and internet service
· Professional development and monthly “inspirational hours” led by an executive coach
· Quarterly team-building activities
· Annual off-site company retreat
· Celebration of individual and agency milestones (birthdays, work anniversaries, etc.)
*Note, while this position is currently remote, we are looking for candidates who plan to be in NYC or LA long term or willing to travel if/as needed.
To apply, visit the following link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3046868944/
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