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Account Executive
B2B Tech Public Relations | Method Communications
Work Arrangement
The role can be performed hybrid (2x/week) for those based in San Francisco, New York City, Salt Lake City, or Boston.
Remote: This role is open to remote candidates located in AL, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, MA, NJ, NM, NY, OR, TX, UT, VA, or WA. We're unable to consider candidates residing outside of these states at this time.
If you live within 50 miles of one of our hub offices, in Salt Lake City, New York City, San Francisco, or Boston, this role will be hybrid, requiring in-office presence 2 days per week.
The Opportunity
Account Executives (AE) are strategic self-starters who lead team initiatives and provide support for junior staff across multiple accounts. They are strong communicators committed to actively developing their account management skills. AEs are proactive and comfortable working in a fast changing environment where they support all levels of the client team. In this role, you will provide exceptional and consistent work for both the agency and the clients we work with.
Responsibilities
Account Management

• Manage personal assignments and own daily account management
• Execute and demonstrate Method's Concierge Service Delivery Approach to your clients and teams
• Execute clear communication and direction of client goals and overall business objectives to the internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain day-to-day contact with clients (i.e., daily updates, activity reports, etc.)
• Research, outline, write, edit and proofread materials
• Manage deadlines and oversee client speaking and award trackers, drafting speaking and awards submissions
• Source and write pitches, bylines, and HARO commentary
• Develop talking points and staff executive media briefings
• Monitor and evaluate a wide range of reporters and publications in order to provide insight on media trends to internal and external stakeholders
• Develop media pitches and lead pitching efforts
• Build a network of traditional and online media contacts
• Provide feedback for junior level staff's master media lists, news briefs and briefing books

Business Development and Marketing Support

• Participate in new business opportunities across multiple industry landscapes
• Participate in cross-practice and cross-geographical teams to provide clients and prospects with the most compelling team and proposals
• Strengthen your knowledge of the intersection between marketing and PR
• Learn how to use social media and analytics effectively for clients
• Demonstrate an understanding of the differences in writing styles depending on the outlet, channel and audience

Agency Engagement

• Participate in the new business process including research, audits and proposals
• Understand account budget parameters and over-servicing
• Record and submit time and expenses on a timely basis
• Act as a mentor to junior staff, identify goals and provide guidance and feedback on performance

What We're Looking For

• Typically 2 - 4 years' experience (or equivalent expertise and education) in public relations, communications, marketing and/or related fields, including research, advertising, management consulting, media and publishing
• Comfortable working with technology media across industry verticals, pitching stories, and providing targeted outreach to diverse audiences
• Interest in pursuing a career in enterprise technology-focused public relations
• Able to oversee junior team members and successfully manage junior staff across teams to ensure deadlines and project expectations are communicated and met
• Comfort with Google Drive and Google's suite of tools (e.g., Slides, Docs, Sheets)
• Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook skills
• Excellent time management, project management and organizational skills
• Strong written, visual and verbal communication skills

What's it like to work here?
Relationships are paramount to life at Method, and we invest heavily in building and maintaining relationships with clients, journalists and each other. We work hard to deliver incredible results for our clients. We encourage new ideas, and we always celebrate wins together - both for clients and our teams.
Method is made up of an award-winning team. Not only does the agency win awards, our people are consistently recognized for their excellence. We believe that begins with the recognition they get internally. Our leadership invests significant resources into employee mental health, wellbeing, education and development - and we praise outstanding performance regularly.
What's in it for YOU?

• Flexible, hybrid work (2x/week)
• Generous Vacation and Wellness Time accruals, two weeks of full office closure, paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays
• Cell phone and internet cost reimbursement
• Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer paid Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4%
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering three confidential, face-to-face counseling sessions per issue per year
• Paid Family Leave
• $500 annual wellness stipend after 6 months of employment
• $1500 professional development stipend after 2 years of employment
• 4 weeks of paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

Salary Ranges
We believe all employees should be rewarded competitively and equitably, using practices that are simple and transparent. We've provided the following salary ranges for the locations we operate in below due to their state regulations. Final compensation for this role will be determined by a number of factors including candidate's education, relevant work experience and geographic location.

• $58,000 - $76,000

About the Company
Founded in 2010, Method Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency built for challenger brands and today's most innovative companies. Our group is united through our core values - relationships, resourcefulness and results. We support each other to do exceptional work for our clients while also focusing on the health and wellbeing of our families, our communities and ourselves.
We recognize our talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Method encourages and actively supports diversity, equity, and inclusion through its policies and business practices, which include recruitment and hiring, compensation and benefits, career development and advancement, training, pro bono work, community programs, and affinity groups.
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To Apply
We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable; and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
To apply, please submit a resume.
Method is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, mental or physical ability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Only engage with a representative at Method Communications if their email address ends with our domain, @methodcommunications.com. Method will never ask a candidate to purchase materials or share their financial information. If you have any questions, please reach out to join@methodcommunications.com.
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