Public Relations Senior Account Executive at KCSA Strategic Communications

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Oct, 26

Salary

85000.0

Posted On

18 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Relations, Client Management, Press Release Writing, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, Pitching, B2B Communications, Staff Mentorship, Crisis Management, Tactical Execution

Industry

Public Relations and Communications Services

Description

PUBLIC RELATIONS SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE - Media & Advertising Technology (remote) KCSA Strategic Communications is an integrated communications agency that boasts expertise in Media and Technology, Cannabis and Psychedelics, Financial Services, Healthcare, and Women’s Health and Wellness. Our team of PR, IR, and Digital/Social Media professionals leverage traditional communications, strong financial and media relationships, and digital strategies to tell our clients stories passionately and persuasively. We offer a variety of services to help companies elevate their media profile, raise capital, create a corporate narrative, manage crises, and so much more. At KCSA, your story doesn’t just get told: it gets celebrated! Within KCSA, the Media & Advertising PR team specializes in working with companies that are advancing market-changing technologies/approaches in the advertising, marketing, media and streaming worlds. We’re looking for a high-energy, curious and driven Public Relations Senior Account Executive who’s passionate about media and eager to elevate the stories of companies transforming the content we take in each day as consumers. If you’re a public relations professional ready to roll up your sleeves and become a trusted partner to clients and colleagues alike, we’d love to connect. At KCSA, our people are our most important resource. We want them to be motivated, empowered, and to thrive, so we invest in them the same way our clients invest in us. Joining KCSA will give you access to: * A renowned team of public relations professionals with unparalleled knowledge of B2B communications * A front row seat to cutting edge industries and the communications strategies that fuel unprecedented growth * In-house investor relations & social media teams, enabling full cycle communications campaigns driving awareness and getting results * Remote work capabilities for all employees * Notable monetary incentive for new client referrals * Generous 401K contributions (1/2 up to 12%), full benefits, and paid time off * Quarterly mental health days as well as a paid day off for your birthday * ½ summer Fridays * A true work life balance. At KCSA we understand that the best work comes from an energized mind and body. Responsibilities: * Serve as lead client point of contact for ~6 client accounts * Day-to-day program involvement and management, including drafting & reviewing press releases, pitches, etc * Consistently place clients in appropriate outlets utilizing existing press contacts in the tech space and beyond * Developing first draft of strategic plan * Ideation of strategy and tactical execution * Ability to write bylines and/or press releases * Review of status reports / forecast / recaps to be provided to senior leadership * Cultivate and manage junior staff – AAE-AE level * Run one account with light supervision Requirements: * Bachelor’s Degree * Prior PR agency experience 3-5 years’ experience * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Team player with ability to take the lead on relevant projects

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead point of contact for approximately six client accounts, managing day-to-day programs and strategic execution. Responsibilities include drafting press releases, securing media placements, and mentoring junior staff.