About the role
LaunchSquad helps innovative brands tell their stories. Since 2000, we’ve partnered with leading technology, consumer lifestyle, and media companies to create integrated earned, owned, and digital programs that build awareness and drive growth.
We’re looking for an Account Executive to play a critical role in executing integrated media relations, executive communications, and complex technical and digital storytelling programs for innovative companies like Waabi, Prelude Ventures and OnRunning. LaunchSquad has a flexible, hybrid environment. Fully remote or hybrid candidates are welcome to apply.
Account Executives embody a growth mindset, embrace challenges and drive continuous activity on teams. They are active participants on four accounts, responsible for developing new and existing storytelling opportunities for clients. They have experience developing subject matter expertise for complex topics and can quickly dive into learning about new technology products and services.
Account Executives are known for well-researched, structured bylines and thoughtful, concise pitches. They actively build new relationships with key media contacts and find new proactive media opportunities for clients. They develop and write key pieces of thought leadership content for executives. They are well-versed in core PR & communications work, independently drive work forward, and can balance competing priorities and objectives across all client teams. They are developing an understanding of the digital landscape, including social media strategies and influencer marketing campaigns, to amplify brand narratives. Team leaders rely on Account Executives to produce consistent, high-quality results. New teammates rely on Account Executives to share knowledge and guide day-to-day work.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience at a communications agency or start-up technology company, with a focus on PR, social media, or digital marketing
- Skilled writer, with experience across multiple formats (including bylines, pitches, social) and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives
- Media relations experience, including a track record of impactful placements and proactive storytelling
- Capable project manager with a knack for staying organized and working across multiple projects and competing timelines
- Passion for consuming the news and following media trends, with an interest in innovation and technology
- Consistent and reliable team collaborator, skilled in managing and communicating information effectively
- Direct, inclusive interpersonal communication skills
- Track-record of reliable, high-quality work in fast-paced environments
- Ability to integrate earned media efforts with digital marketing campaigns is a plus
- Diverse work samples that exemplify execution of integrated communications goals, including placements, social campaigns, and thought leadership, encouraged
At LaunchSquad, we care about our work, our clients and our community. We are a people-first company committed to making sure everyone has a great experience and an equal opportunity to grow and succeed.
If you are excited about telling meaningful stories with a team of curious, kind and talented people, we’d love to hear from you.
- Fully covered health benefits, including vision and dental
- 401(k) matching program
- Generous paid family leave
- Flexible vacation and rotational Fridays off
- Sabbatical leave
- Wellness stipend
- Mentorship program focused on internal growth and development
- Virtual-first, work-from-anywhere setup
- People- and community-oriented with in-person team gatherings