Senior Account Executive - Travel, Wine, & Spirits

August 14

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BPCM is a global strategic consulting and communications agency with offices in New York, Los Angeles and London.

PR • Strategy • Marketing • Networking • Hospitality

51 - 200

Description

• Serve as a primary client contact with the proven ability to manage and drive multiple client account programs and teams delivering strategic value • Directly manage day to day activities on client accounts and lead regular conference calls • Plan, develop and advise clients on integrated and measurable PR initiatives • Advise clients on positioning and messaging • Pro-actively pitch and secure maximum editorial opportunities; maintain press interest in clients through development of creative pitch angles and create ‘buzz’ around major client news • Daily press interaction; nurture and develop strong relationships with key editors across all channels via regular communication and media meetings • Draft media and client materials as directed including press releases, bios, talking points, and media alerts • Delegate duties and review the work of supporting team members (i.e. press materials, pitches, reports, etc.) • Brainstorm creative partnership and activation ideas for clients as well as new business opportunities • Develop full launch strategies surrounding client partnerships and activation • Manage planning and execution of client events (i.e. staffing, production, invite outreach, budget, etc.) • Multitask across multiple client accounts and projects under deadline, manage client timelines and budgets • Ensure that key milestones and projects are on track, within prescribed timelines and on budget, etc. • Track industry trends and identify relevant opportunities for clients • Display exceptional verbal and written communication skills • Plan, execute and attend press trips onsite at client locations • Assist in the development of proposals for new business presentations

Requirements

• Five years PR experience (agency or in-house) working on publicity campaigns with top travel and hospitality brands, preferred experience in luxury travel • Strong, established travel and trade press relationships • Superior press release and pitch writing, communication and presentation skills • Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills; adept at developing rapport with clients to maintain strong working relationships • Ability to align press initiatives with business goals of brands/clients • Expert at maintaining ongoing relationships with members of top-tier media • Proven results with top-tier media outlets • Proficient computer skills i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word • Problem solving and solution oriented with a proactive, “roll up your sleeves” attitude

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits • 401k and additional supplementary benefits • WFH Stipend • Summer Fridays • Generous PTO policy with a 2-week holiday break in December