Assistant Account Executive

Pace is looking for an ideal candidate who has excellent writing skills, an inquisitive nature, displays resourcefulness, and proactivity, and thinks creatively to generate new ideas. The candidate should also have strong problem-solving skills, be detail-oriented, and be able to see projects to completion on deadline. The position requires solid presentation and speaking skills and at least one year of full-time work experience in an agency setting.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

A successful Assistant Account Executive is someone who can:

• Assist the group and all supervising account members in the development and maintenance of media lists.

• Write and distribute press releases to targeted media outlets.

• Proactively pitch targeted media outlets, including broadcast, print and digital media, radio and podcasts.

• Write and edit media materials such as media alerts, fact sheets, bios, and case studies.

• Daily client interaction to update, report on, and discuss media relations.

• Daily interaction with various media outlets to discuss upcoming story ideas.

• Responsible for daily account management activities, such as agendas, recaps, activity reports, media monitoring, and coordination of all necessary materials for client accounts.

• Help facilitate media interviews; network with reporters and editors.

• Assist in the research, writing, and development of new business proposals and presentations.

• Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop strategic/creative thinking for clients.

• Work collaboratively with team members to develop and implement successful PR campaigns.

• Respond in a timely and professional manner to client requests or needs.

• Misc. research, duties, and projects as required.