Account Associate

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(full-time)

The Account Associate (AA) at The TASC Group plays a critical role on client accounts, supporting all day-to-day client activities, projects and teams at a tactical level with direction from senior leadership.

They possess effective written and verbal communication and time management skills and display a keen desire to learn and grow in media and client relations. They have the ability to work adeptly on multiple projects.

A successful AA will ensure efficiency and productivity on client accounts and show great initiative in their own growth. They will work with supervision and direction from senior leadership, while growing their own skillset and expertise in PR.

General Skills Required

Communicate effectively (written and verbal)

Work as a self-starter

Offer ideas and take initiative

Pay meticulous attention to detail

Be organized and efficient

Prioritize tasks and manage time in a consistent manner

Maintain a positive attitude and have a sense of humor

Demonstrate respect for co-workers

Work well on a small team

Display passion for social justice and advocacy causes

Core Responsibilities/Duties:

Media Relations

Develop a good understanding of media relations and best practices re: media management

Support JAEs/AEs/SAEs and senior management on execution of strategic outreach plans for client campaigns or events

Support on development of effective press materials such as press releases, op-eds, case studies & media kits

Craft effective pitches

Conduct thorough media research and create customized media lists for client campaigns

Conduct media outreach under guidance and strategic direction from senior staff

Begin to secure media placements under guidance and strategic direction from senior staff

Develop and grow media contact network

Client Relations

Play a critical supporting role on 4 – 6 client accounts

Develop weekly client meeting agendas, meeting recaps and/or media reports with senior supervision

On a selective basis, potentially work with AEs/SAEs or senior management to liaise with clients

Social Media

Monitor and track social media for TASC

Provide tactical support on TASC social media accounts

Administrative

Provide administrative support for senior management (i.e. schedule meetings, manage travel, etc.)

Provide support and strategic input on TASC new business opportunities and TASC marketing efforts

Assist senior team with new business research and development

Oversee with support of intern team office management (i.e. supplies, water, snacks, etc.)

Management

Support on management and delegation of tasks to intern staff

Strategy

Display creative thinking to support development of media strategy plans for clients

Professional Development

Commit to continuous learning of PR tactics and strategy

Basic Candidate Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Keen interest in public relations, communications, nonprofit and advocacy work, social justice issues and/or politics

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Tactical understanding of social media and social networking tools (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Snapchat, etc.)

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Experience with Cision a plus

Previous internship experience in relevant fields a plus

Email resume and cover letter to jobs@thetascgroup.com (include “Account Associate” in the subject line).

Company info

TASC Group