Account Coordinator

Overview

We're looking for an Account Coordinator to join Allison's fast-moving, ideas-driven practice. This is an entry level position where you'll have the opportunity to learn more about the PR industry and best practices in client service, media relations and content development.

You will be responsible for developing a curated media lists of reporters that cover client and industry-specific news, issues and announcements, while also conducting regular news monitoring to share trending stories the account team can leverage for clients. You will also develop influencer and media relationships, pitch media to secure press opportunities, track coverage, and support overall account management and administration with weekly meeting agendas, action items and reports.

Responsibilities

• Participate in team and client calls and provide thorough notes and action items to move deliverables forward every week.
• Develop the first draft of written content (e.g., press release, briefing books, media pitches, bylines).
• Monitor and flag client and industry media coverage for the account team.
• Conduct entry-level media relations with instruction from AE/SAE; pitching news announcements and conducting follow up via phone and email.
• Research speaking opportunities, events, and awards.
• Produce monthly or weekly reports outlining key account activities and initiatives.
• Learn and become proficient in media tracking, monitoring and data analytics tools such as MuckRack, Critical Mention, Cision and Meltwater.
• Conduct new business research to support pitches and presentations.
• Promote and uphold Allison's core values; participate in agency-wide training and professional development programs.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience as an intern/apprentice in public relations, marketing or a related field.
• Self-motivated, eager to learn and enthusiastic about the work.
• Eye for detail and organization.
• Comfortable and knowledgeable working in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel alongside Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to take direction, ask clarifying questions and follow through on required deadlines.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with home and office schedule (2+ days in office per week) and work from anywhere weeks
• Comprehensive health benefits (healthcare, vision, dental, pet, home, and auto insurance)
• Generous time off policies (unlimited paid time off, wellness days, national holidays, summer Fridays)
• Four-week sabbatical every five years of employment
• Exceptional parental leave benefits
• Global mentorship and networking programs
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• 401k savings and employee stock purchase plan
• Volunteer hours (20 hours annually) for designated non-profit partner and personal choice
• Globally driven DEI initiatives (Employee Advocacy Groups, DEI committee)
• Career growth opportunities, such as Allison University (multi-day customized trainings for each level)

Equal Opportunities

Our founding vision was to create a positive and entrepreneurial environment where talented people thrive and creativity killing bureaucracy doesn't.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our employees. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind and are committed to building an agency where everyone is welcome, and every voice is heard. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Compensation

In order to comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, we believe the target range of base compensation in all locations within the United States for this role is $45K-$55K. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to medical, dental and vision coverage, we offer a generous unlimited PTO plan, 401k program and comprehensive benefits plan. Additional perks and benefits include a month-long sabbatical, active employee advocacy groups, globally driven DEI initiatives, wellness days, summer Fridays and learning and development programs for our employees.