Public Relations Account Manager - Trenton, United States - EFK
Description
** Applicants must have agency experience, and must be able to commute
1-2 times a week to the office. Relocation packages are not offered, and
must be currently residing within commuting distance.**
Title: Public Relations Account Manager
Supervisor: VP of Account Services, Advertising & PR
Job Type: Full-time Based in New Jersey, Hybrid
Who We Are
EFK PR is the communications division of EFK Group (EFK): A high-energy, fast-
growing, and socially conscious company headquartered in New Jersey. As a
full-service marketing, digital advertising, and PR agency, EFK's clients range
from private and non-profit to state government, healthcare and federal
agencies.
Join Our Team of Visionaries
You'll be joining a team where each person's impact is powerful and counted
on. We are committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding our
client's expectations, with a small and nimble team of passionate and
forward-thinking storytellers.
Are You The Right Fit?
An Account Manager at EFK is eager and driven — can multi-task, juggle
multiple deadlines, and is an industry insider with a background and
experience to match. You are ready to dive into the trenches and make an
immediate impact, supporting junior team members while working in
collaboration with higher-ups. You are strategic and genuinely love staying
ahead of the trends, are learning to be a problem solver and jump at every
chance to roll up your sleeves and learn. Relationship building comes
naturally to you and is something you truly love, from building trust with
clients and team members, to fostering media connections.
The Job Opportunity
As Account Manager, you would help meet client goals by building media and
partner relationships, crafting strong and clever pitches, and consistently
offering creative and on-point strategies. This role will report directly to the VP
of Account Services, Advertising & PR.
This full-time position is based in New Jersey and is very much a proactive
and hands-on role. Candidates should love writing and be excellent at it,
possess an unmatched attention to detail, and have both experience AND
confidence building relationships with clients and media.
In this role, you would be responsible for the following:
● Participate in the development of PR and social media strategies for
clients in collaboration with the team
● Maintain ongoing and effective communication with clients, while
participating in weekly meetings and sharing results on a consistent
and timely basis
● Foster deep relationships with media, influencers, and brand partners
● Craft tailored and thoughtful pitches, and actively pitch to drive
impactful media results
● Proactively ideate creative ways to amplify coverage and overall
clients' brand awareness
● Develop presentations, briefs, and PR internal and external PR materials
such as press releases, media kits, and more
● Track coverage, update, and share comprehensive resorts and results
with stakeholders
● Attend onsite events, activations, or in-person opportunities
● Support cross-functional alignment across the organization
What We're Looking For
● Experience: 3-4+ years of public relations/media relations agency
experience with experience managing clients, developing and
executing successful PR and social media strategies
● Client Relations: Proven track record at building trusting and successful
relationships.
● Media Relations: Existing relationships with local New Jersey-based
and some national media, and a love for cultivating those connections.
● Strategic: A strategic thinker who approaches projects from a holistic
view.
● Communication: Superior communication, written and verbal
presentation skills.
● Attention to Detail: A keen eye for focusing on the details and keeping
organized.
● Punctual: Must be able to adhere to strict deadlines, in addition to
being punctual for meetings, events, calls, etc.
● Team Player: A collaborative and spirited team player who will do what
it takes to get the job done in a timely manner.
● Positive Attitude: A positive thinker who is focused on finding solutions
and contributing to a positive team environment.
● Proficiency: Strong knowledge of PR, with some proficiency in digital
and traditional media channels including social media.
The Perks
● Health insurance
● Dental & Vision insurance
● Summer Fridays
● Agency is closed the week between Christmas and New Year
● 14 personal days, 3 sick days
● 13 holidays, 1 floating holiday
● A lot of growth potential
● An incredibly creative and fun team to work with
Schedule: Monday to Friday with flexibility to work after hours and/or
weekends (due to the nature of PR).
Current Offices Located In Trenton, NJ: Reliable commute if needed or
planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Starting salary range: $55,000 - $65,000