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Edelman is a leading global communications marketing firm, with more than 5,500 employees in 65 cities worldwide. Our independence keeps us nimble, thoughtful, and resourceful, allowing us to invest in the best people in the business.

We are Edelman has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Account Executive to bring onto one of Edelman’s most exciting and largest accounts. This is a unique opportunity to work on a team delivering award-winning and industry leading work, supporting our Earned media team as we identify opportunities and tell stories that tie our client to culture with focus on a few key product verticals such as watches, jewelry, handbags, sneakers and streetwear. This is a fast-paced account with tons of opportunity for growth and an incredible teamwork-oriented culture.

A passion for and knowledge of fashion (ideally within the product categories above) highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support account teams in daily activities – learn Edelman’s various consulting processes/approaches, including integrated communications, media relations, consumer engagement, trend monitoring, brand collaborations, social media and digital campaigns, and support account teams in the execution of these processes for clients 
• Understand key client information including business strategy, products and services, key customers, and competitors 
• Build and foster ongoing relationships with key media across brands 
• Research, outline, write, edit, and proofread materials, specifically pitches, product key messages, fact sheets, talk tracks, media briefing documents and more 
• Conduct media outreach and follow up in alignment with pitch calendar and agile opportunities 
• Assist with research including industry trends and competitor innovations 
• Coordinate details for brand collaborations and virtual press & influencer events including securing attendees, staffing events, and preparing recap reports 
• Provide client service administration including preparing client status and activity reports, attending meetings and conference calls, compiling media monitoring reports and competitor coverage, scheduling, and logistics 
• Track product inventory and oversee creative product mailers alongside the team 
• Assist with vendor management for brand initiatives including not limited to influencer partnerships, events, and activations 
• Demonstrate a general knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc. 
• Demonstrate an understanding of the social media industry, influencer marketing, and basic principles of community engagement 
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Edelman’s values and Code of Ethics and Business Conduct 

Qualifications

• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work effectively with a variety of account service staff within a specific set of accounts. 
• Prior internship experience preferred. 
• Strong research, writing, and editing skills and the ability to develop media contacts/relationships. 
• Fundamental understanding of media outreach assignments and the ability to apply experience and initiative in developing appropriate traditional and online media strategies. 
• Solid grasp of all basic public relations tools and how they are used to achieve client goals 
• Strong work ethic and dedication to consistently provide quality work to their team and clients 

Preferred Qualifications

• A passion for and knowledge of fashion including one, if not several, of our client’s priority product categories such as watches, jewelry, handbags, sneakers and streetwear. Work experience within one of those categories a plus.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university
• Intricate level of understanding of the account(s), the clients’ businesses, products, markets, personnel, outside influencers, opposition, etc.
• Solid grasp of all basic public relations tools and how they are used to achieve client goals 
• Strong research, writing and editing skills and the ability to develop media contacts/relationships 
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work in a fast-paced environment 
• Fundamental understanding of media outreach assignments and the ability to apply experience and initiative in developing appropriate traditional and online media strategies 
• Proactive self-starter with excellent organizational and project management skills, along with the ability to adapt to change and meet deadlines 
• Affinity for storytelling and an ability to generate creative ideas, take risks and think big 

What you'll get in return:

• We value our employees’ health and well-being and recognize that life’s not all about work. Our hybrid work model gives you the flexibility to create a schedule that works with your personal and professional goals.

Benefits Include

• Generous paid time off – All employees starting at this level receive:
• 15 paid holidays
• 15 vacation days 
• 10 sick days 
• 12 hours of paid time off to participate in civic action
• 8 hours of paid time off to volunteer 
• 4pm close on Fridays 
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance 
• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution) 
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Paid Caregiver Leave 
• 401k with company match 
• Bonus opportunities 
• Tuition Assistance 
• Tutoring Assistance 
• Service awards and sabbaticals 
• Adoption Assistance (including pets) 
• Community Investment Grant Program 
• Mentor program 
• Wellness programs 
• A broad range of career development, networking, team-building and cultural activities 

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