Salary
💰 $55,000 - $65,000 per year
About the role
- We are currently seeking a full-time Account Executive to join our Travel, Lifestyle & Consumer division, working across a portfolio of premier luxury travel, automotive (with a lifestyle focus), and consumer clients.
As an Account Executive, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategic communications programs that elevate brand visibility, build and maintain media and influencer relationships, and support business growth for high-profile clients in the luxury travel, hospitality, lifestyle, and consumer sectors.
The ideal candidate brings 3–5 years of agency experience with a strong track record of success in media relations, influencer engagement, and client management. A deep understanding of luxury positioning, a robust network of travel and lifestyle press, and a pulse on industry trends are essential.
Serve as day-to-day lead on client accounts, managing communications, timelines, deliverables, and reporting
Craft compelling press releases, pitches, messaging documents, and briefing materials
Pitch and secure high-impact media placements across top-tier travel, lifestyle, and wine & spirits outlets
Develop and execute strategic PR plans aligned with client objectives and seasonal priorities
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with editors, writers, influencers, and tastemakers
Lead and support the planning and execution of media and influencer events, including venue scouting, vendor management, guest list curation, and on-site support
Oversee and mentor junior team members and interns, ensuring timely and effective execution of deliverables
Contribute to new business efforts through research, proposal writing, and pitch participation
Monitor industry news, competitor activity, and media trends to inform strategy and deliver proactive counsel to clients
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
3–5 years of public relations agency experience, ideally with clients in luxury travel, hospitality, or spirits
Established media contacts across luxury travel, lifestyle, food & beverage, and culture verticals
Excellent writing and editing skills, with a strong ability to craft tailored and impactful pitches
Strategic thinker with proven experience developing and executing integrated PR plans
Polished client communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines
Working knowledge of industry tools such as Cision, Meltwater, and Launchmetrics preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and presentation tools (especially PowerPoint)