Makovsky, one of the world’s leading integrated communications firms, is currently seeking an Account Executive/Assistant Account Executive to work in a great team environment to support public relations, social media and issues management programs developed for our clients within our Financial + Professional Services and Health practices.

This is a great opportunity to join a well-respected agency and professional team that provides hands-on, media-savvy, proactive and creative PR solutions.  The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, is a self-starter, passionate about communications, organized, deadline driven and possesses great writing and media relations skills.

Responsibilities include:

• Crafts, pitches and places positive stories by and about clients in national, trade and local media, when appropriate.
• Develops and fosters relationships with clients and external audiences; ongoing representation of clients to media, influencers and analysts.
• Manages client social media programs.
• Creates communications materials (e.g. Q&As, press releases, issues briefs, backgrounders, bylined articles, etc.)
• Researches, develops, implements, and manages day-to-day client activities and deadlines.
• Manages logistics of client events.
• Contributes to program development for clients and new business proposals.

Key Skills Required:

• High-level of organization and planning
• Time management
• Verbal, writing and editing skills
• Interpersonal and influencing skills
• Social media content and management
• Think creatively and develop story ideas
• Excellent listening skills

Professional Background and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree; 1+ years of experience in public relations, public affairs and/or media relations (including internships).

Makovsky is recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in PR” and ranked 7^th on the “PR Power 50” List.  Working at Makovsky provides a fantastic training ground to become a top communications expert and manager.  Career growth, with clear steps to promotion, is outlined for each team member.

Please send your resume and cover letter and any other relevant information to careers@makovsky.com.