IRVIN PUBLIC RELATIONS
PUBLIC RELATIONS ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
THE COMPANY – IRVIN PUBLIC RELATIONS
Established in 2004 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Irvin PR is a boutique public relations firm with a team of experienced PR professionals. Irvin PR specializes in PR for non-profit organizations, arts and entertainment, community events, restaurants, and entrepreneurial endeavors. We determine the best PR strategies and tactics to discover and share the uniqueness of our clients.
Our local and regional clients are many of the most respected and beloved organizations, events and companies in central Ohio, the region and across the United States. A sample of our clients include Komen Columbus Race for the Cure, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, Disney on Ice, Monster Jam, BalletMet, Shadowbox Live, Ohio History Connection and Columbus Recreation & Parks Department.
THE PERSON
Our ideal ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE is a kind and humble team player, someone who rolls up their sleeves and gets the job done with a positive, encouraging attitude. We are looking for an innovative thinker who can juggle a variety of communications tasks for various clients at once and can hit deadlines each and every time. Someone with the experience to provide counsel to clients when needed and provide a best-practices-strategy custom to their needs and budget.
We are looking for an organized, relationship-focused professional who is self-aware and seasoned; and who likes to work hard and have fun doing so. Our ideal candidate operates with integrity and is a poised professional who can manage his/her own time. Being results-driven and self-motivated is incredibly important. This candidate is familiar and has established relationships with local and regional media. He/she actively researches and learns new and innovative ideas and industry trends to offer clients. He/she will be incredibly personable and work well in a client-facing position.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities and duties of the Account Executive include, but are not limited to:
Manage day-to-day work for several accounts and/or projects simultaneously
Identify compelling, timely story ideas and craft pitches to appropriate media outlets
Advise clients on best practices and strategies including earned and owned media, thought leadership, influencer marketing, grassroots marketing, community relations, etc.
Compile PR Blueprints to guide client work
Compile weekly status reports for clients
Support new business development and write proposals
Conduct media pitches to local, regional, and national outlets
Use public relations software, including:
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
PREFERRED
DESIRED
This position is headquartered in Columbus, OH.
WHY IRVIN PR?
SALARY RANGE: $45,000 to $60,000
BENEFITS: 401K, disability insurance, medical insurance, profit sharing, opportunity for bonus, two weeks PTO after first year (one week PTO during first year), paid holidays, flex Fridays, dog friendly, office is closed between Christmas and New Year’s. We only work with amazing clients who are as passionate as we are about giving back to the community.