Who We Are: Foxglove is a communications consultancy with expertise in brand strategy, PR and marketing. Foxglove was founded by Gia Vecchio, a strategist and storyteller with over a decade of experience across hospitality, travel, beverage, and fashion brands that range from savvy startups to global, household names.
What We Do: Brand Positioning • Marketing Strategy • Media Relations • Media Training • Activation • Content Creation • Social Strategy • Partnerships • Hospitality Consulting
The Position: Foxglove Communications is seeking an earnest and hardworking Account Coordinator to join our team. In this position, you’ll work closely alongside Account Executives, Supervisors and Directors on a rapidly growing list of acclaimed hospitality clients that span hotels, bars, restaurants and culinary events across the country. In Austin, our roster includes best-in-class talent, organizations, and properties like Birdie’s, Bambino, and The Dead Rabbit. The ideal hire excels at consistently providing thoughtful communication in a fast-paced, autonomous environment. Those who enjoy a small-company feel and who are drawn to a service-based and hospitality-driven culture should apply.
*Note: Candidates must be based in Austin. You will work hybrid (1-2x week co-working with a colleague, remote the rest of the week) but will be required to have on-site presence at select meetings, client establishments, and events.
Responsibilities
- Draft press kit materials, client bios, website copy, interview talking points, and curated pitches for review
- Draft and organize call agendas, notes, account reports, and press clips
- Industry research of local media, relevant lifestyle + food magazines, online outlets and influencers
- Closely monitor the news for client press as well as broader news and trends
- Develop and maintain media lists
- Assist with drafting and distributing pitches
- Establish trusted relationships with peers and clients; create channels of communication to keep them informed
- Coordinate product shipments/mailers
- Draft lists, invitations and run-of-shows for events; support event logistics
- Assist with general daily office and administrative duties
- Occasional content creation for Foxglove’s social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
- PR experience: 1-2 years PR agency experience or internship experience in a directly related field is a must
- Experience with relevant industry software: Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Slides), MuckRack, Asana, etc.
- General understanding of Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn (past social experience is a plus)Passion for hospitality and travel
- Sense of urgency, ownership, and drive to get things done
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to communicate ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to adapt and work on multiple projects
- Strong time management skills
- Energetic, self-directed, and self-motivated
- Committed to developing and maintaining beneficial media and agency relationships
- Ability to occasionally work night/weekend hours
- Willingness to visit clients and travel for company obligations
To Apply: Email a cover letter and resume to gia@foxglovecommunications.com and andrea@foxglovecommunications.com.
