PR Assistant Account Executive

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Account Executive – Public Relations

Location: Marblehead, Mass.

Reports to: Senior Account Executive

Position Type: Full-time, hybrid

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

About the Role:

CGPR, a division of Off Madison Ave, is looking for a proactive, media-savvy Assistant Account Executive to support our public relations team in driving impactful campaigns for clients across consumer active lifestyle categories where fashion, outdoor, technology and sustainability intersect. This role is perfect for someone with 2–3 years of PR or communications experience who’s ready to take the next step in a fast-paced agency environment (agency experience preferred.) You’ll help execute integrated PR strategies, manage media outreach, craft compelling content, and support day-to-day account activity with creativity and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Media Relations & Outreach

·       Build and maintain targeted media and influencer lists specific to client industries and campaigns

·       Draft and distribute press releases, media alerts, pitch emails, bylines, and briefing documents

·       Proactively pitch media and follow up to secure coverage

·       Track placements and compile coverage reports with insights

Content & Messaging

·       Write and edit press materials, client content, and social media copy with strong storytelling and brand voice

·       Contribute to messaging frameworks, campaign ideas, and news-jacking opportunities

·       Support preparation of award submissions and thought leadership pieces

Account Support

·       Assist in running client programs — from kickoff through execution and reporting

·       Prepare meeting agendas, take notes, and follow up on action items

·       Maintain editorial calendars, project timelines, and task trackers

·       Coordinate logistics for interviews, product sends, events, and client engagements

Research & Reporting

·       Conduct media, competitive, and industry research to inform plans

·       Help prepare monthly results dashboards and narrative reports

·       Monitor trends that could benefit clients

What You Bring

·       2–3 years of PR, communications, or related experience (agency background a plus)

·       Excellent writing, editing, and organizational skills

·       Strong understanding of media outreach and news judgment

·       Comfortable working in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment

·       Experience with media databases (e.g., Cision, Muck Rack) and monitoring tools preferred

·       Professional demeanor in external and internal communication

Ideal Attributes

·       Curious, self-starter attitude with eagerness to learn

·       Highly detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects

·       Strategic thinker with creative solutions

·       Team player who supports peers and elevates collective work

Why Join Us

·       Work in a vibrant growing industry

·       Work across diverse brands and media verticals

·       Collaborative, supportive agency culture that is part of a global public relations collective

·       Professional development and mentorship

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time per day; use hands repetitively for computer work; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to a heated and/or air-conditioned office environment with adequate ventilation. The noise level in the primary work environment is usually moderate and typical of noises occurring in an office setting.