Public Relations Account Executive – Kansas City, MO

JOB PURPOSE

The Account Executive is a key member of the account service team and/or PR team. The primary role is to ensure excellent communication and organization of all tactical details for assigned accounts, with both internal teams and the client.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience:

Minimum 1-3 years of communications experience including time spent in direct account management. Journalism and/or agency background is a plus.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability:

Strong collaboration, communication and “people” skills; excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task in an ever-changing environment; impeccable attention to detail; strong analytical and creative mind; all-in attitude and unparalleled energy; thirst for knowledge. Exhibits a high degree of emotional intelligence. Serve as a storyteller and cheerleader for our clients’ brands, while also driving smart, organized execution to bring strategies to life and achieve best results.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record of managing client relationships and delivering exceptional results in a fast-paced agency environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes No

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops a deep understanding of clients’ business objectives, industry challenges, and competitive landscape to inform strategic recommendations and initiatives.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to multitask, juggling priorities and managing time effectively.
• Leads the development and execution of integrated marketing strategies and campaigns across various channels, potentially including public relations, community engagement, social media, traditional/digital advertising, and experiential marketing.
• Provides strategic guidance on identifying and engaging with media and influencers.
• Develops tactics to engage audiences across social media platforms, and manages social media content development and execution on behalf of client.
• Leverages existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts locally, regionally, nationally and within business and industry media.
• Builds and maintains media lists for clients across multiple markets.
• Coordinates client events such as check presentations and interview requests.
• Coordinates social media influencer partnerships on behalf of the client.
• Develops media materials, including: key messages, news releases, media alerts, talking points, Q&A and more, and collaborate with client to revise and finalize.
• Collaborates with internal teams, including creative, digital, and account management, to ensure the successful delivery of client projects on time and within budget.
• Prepares and delivers client presentations, proposals, and reports that effectively communicate agency work performance, insights, and recommendations.
• Conducts and/or oversees research activities and contributes to insights.
• Manages client’s billing (worksheets, Service Reports, budget tracker and projections).
• Serves as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, building and maintaining strong, long-lasting relationships.
• Employs strong communication skills to help manage client expectations.
• Produces high volume of work without sacrificing quality; ensures work is error-free.
• Responds to requests in a timely manner.
• Stays abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to continuously enhance client campaigns and deliver innovative solutions.
• Employs strong problem-solving skills and a high degree of logic to all assignments.
• Brings fresh ideas to projects, team and clients.
• Brainstorms new business ideas for both existing and prospective clients.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Trozzolo is an ad agency and marketing communications and consultancy firm that takes pride in its talent, strategic thinking and award-winning creative. Headquartered in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, we value being together and collaborating in our open space built for forward thinking, creativity and a healthy dose of fun. Hybrid work works here, too. We value it all and embrace the notion that a good idea can come from anywhere. Working with the best is how we build our team. Our culture is rooted in relationships and teamwork. We’re equal parts collaboration, fun, family and growth.

Questions? Reach out to careers@trozzolo.com

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Trozzolo is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Trozzolo prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment

opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Trozzolo conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable

laws and regulations.

Send your cover letter and resume to careers@trozzolo.com.