An Account Executive at EMERGE is a bright, enthusiastic, strong communicator who gets things done.
With a passion and excitement to work in a bustling press office, you will work closely with the team to execute an effective always on communications strategy for clients. You will pitch to editors, create and distribute press releases, manage coverage clippings, manage samples, creative mailers and support with events. You will have a finger on the pulse mentality, and be interested in popular culture and social media. Our Account Executives are integral members of the team who are hard working and dependable.
The Role
* Proactively and reactively developing, writing and distributing pitches with creative flair
* Keep an eye on the news agenda to share trending and new ideas
* Creating and managing relevant target media lists
* Manage product and image call-ins, and mass gifting mail-outs
* Communicate with media and VIP stylists for showroom send outs and editorial credits
* Lead on administrative tasks, including PR trackers, media monitoring services, meeting notes for weekly and bi-weekly client calls, supporting with the monthly and quarterly reports
* Compiling media, KOL and influencer target lists including gifting and events
* Keen eye on the cultural calendar and leveraging zeitgeist trends
* Attending regular media meets to build relationships and pitch EMERGE clients
* Maintain and establish contacts with wider industry including talent agents and PRs
* Be a brand champion for your clients
The Perfect Candidate
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple accounts and meeting deadlines
* Reliable, hard-working and trustworthy member of the team
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Well organised and methodical approach to daily task management
* Confident communicator with the ability to present during client calls and meetings
* Well versed with computer software including; Googlemail, Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint and Canva
* Previous experience in a press office or agency role