Account Executive

We are currently looking for an Account Executive to join our team!

This is an associate level position.

Responsibilities:

1. Regularly draft pitches, press releases, blog posts and media kit collateral
2. Secure consistent and quality media placements through proactive and reactive pitching
3. Support planning for social media strategies and influencer campaigns
4. Secure and share quality media leads with greater agency
5. Develop and maintain strong media relationships with journalists and social media influencers, especially in the wine & spirits, travel, wellness and lifestyle verticals
6. Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for media and clients
7. Maintain client relations through meetings, conference calls, events and general contact
8. Manage daily administrative activities on accounts including but not limited to media database maintenance and list building, reporting, media monitoring, clip emails, media stay briefs, etc.
9. Display clear understanding of client expectations and goals
10. Prepare and present meeting agendas, notes and reports
11. Assist with developing first drafts of strategic, creative and integrated PR initiatives
12. Consume local and national news on a daily basis and stay up to speed on current news and trends, especially with the wine/spirits, travel and wellness industries
13. Assist with organizing and attending media events when needed

Requirements:

1. Located in New York City or Miami
2. BA or BS in related field
3. Minimum two-year related experience in travel, hospitality, and/or luxury lifestyle PR
4. Proactive and highly motivated with strong attention to detail
5. Effective organizational and project management skills
6. Proven ability to work well under pressure with tight deadlines
7. Able to collaborate and work within a team environment
8. Ability to efficiently manage multiple project deadlines across various clients
9. Agency experience is a plus
10. Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must
11. Proficient in AP style
12. Proficiency using Muck Rack, Google Analytics, MS applications, news wire services and server applications such as SharePoint

Quinn is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.