Public Relations Account Executive

About Us

We imagine the new. Inspire the next. And use the power of our creativity to help build up those around us.

 

At Allison, we provide a limitless environment where you can build, create, and grow. Our openly collaborative and highly supportive culture is free from bureaucracy and red tape. With over 1,000 innovators from diverse backgrounds, we break new ground for world-class clients across 50 global markets and dozens of industries. We believe in creating a space where everyone can freely express their opinions, share their ideas and dreams for the future, and be themselves.

 

We foster an inclusive culture that attracts builders from all backgrounds who can envision new solutions and create outcomes that move our clients' businesses forward, while helping everyone on the team learn and grow together. Our shared ideal of the builder's mindset is limitless and available to everyone, and we push the boundaries to create new and innovative solutions for our clients and ourselves.

 

We create lasting impact and relationships, and our culture fosters meaningful connections and friendships that last beyond the workplace. If you're ready to join a team that pushes you to be your best, supports you every step of the way, and celebrates your successes, welcome to Allison.

Overview

We are seeking an Account Executive to join our technology practice. This is a junior level position where you’ll work collaboratively with team members on key account projects and help organize the team around upcoming assignments. You will work as the right hand to mid-levels on the team contributing to the overall strategic direction of an account.  

   

You will be responsible for pitching media and securing coverage opportunities as well as maintaining team operations with agendas, action items and reports. You will also be expected to actively network with media, analysts and influencers to develop relationships.   

  

You will support in developing highly curated media lists to provide your teams with accurate journalist information to successfully secure coverage for your clients. This role will entail conducting industry monitoring to flag any trends, issues and media coverage for clients. This role will support a large technology company driving innovation across consumer devices.  

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of daily product communications responsibilities, with a strong focus on implementing strategic plans and tactical initiatives—particularly in earned media relations and product review programs. 
• Develop initial earned media strategies with guidance from SAE/AM; conduct proactive and reactive media relations outreach ongoing.   
• Maintain regular and clear communication with team and client, own account projects from start to finish and proactively flag opportunities for clients.    
• Build media and analyst relationships on behalf of the client and the agency.   
• Draft press materials and speaker submissions for review by a senior team member.   
• Oversee junior team members and provide direction, edits, and support on assignments.   
• Participate as a day-to-day contact, building strong relationships with client contacts.   
• Demonstrate working knowledge of consumer technology device industry and competitors to provide recommendations on strategies to internal colleagues and clients, as appropriate.    
• Supports or leads on event logistics, budgets, briefing docs, vendor relations, and on-site execution for client events. 
• Participate in new business pitch development and presentations, as appropriate.   
• Promote and uphold Allison’s core values; participates in agency-wide training and professional development programs.   

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a junior employee in public relations, marketing, or a related field. Account Executives at Allison typically have a minimum of 2+ years of experience.  
• Consumer tech product background and/or interest strongly preferred   
• Self-motivated, eager to learn and enthusiastic about the work.   
• Strong writing skills. 
• Critical thinking to help shape programs, advise junior team members, and make recommendations to clients. 
• Understands the practical application of AI tools in communications (media list building, content ideation, sentiment analysis, drafting, etc.) and actively integrates AI into workflows. 
• Comfortable working in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel alongside Zoom and Microsoft Teams. 
• Proficient with media monitoring and data analytics tools including Muckrack, Cision, Critical Mention, etc.   

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with home and office schedule (2+ days in o