Job Description

We have a tremendous on-site/hybrid opportunity at a growing, award-winning boutique PR & Marketing agency in Cape Town for a passionate PR Account Executive to work on a fab portfolio of consumer and corporate accounts.As the PR rising star (and admin guru) you will be tasked with assisting with the day-to-day account management, which includes status reporting, tracking coverage, media follow-ups, briefing documents, scheduling interviews and client meetings, compiling monthly and quarterly campaign reports etc. The PR Account Executive role also helps with managing and briefing suppliers (graphic design, writing, sourcing advertising quotes/rates and securing placements).We're looking for a talented, energetic candidate with a flair for writing to work closely with the agency's Head of Content to further develop this skill. You love social media and know what works, what doesn't and how the agency can apply this to both their communications and that of their clients.If you are a creative and strategic thinker we'd love to hear from you. If you are the kind of AE who plans ahead, helps managers compile PR campaigns and understands the communications 'golden thread,' this is for you. If you know days of significance like your ABCs, can capture core campaign messaging, and know how to optimise content for audiences and stakeholders to deliver results, we think you'll want to make this role your own. Apply today!Note: This is an on-site in-office role with one day per week being remote/work from home.RequirementsThe successful candidate must have/be:

• Industry relevant qualification
• 1+ year of agency experience - essential
• Understands PR and the agency world (billing/hours, media contacts and working as a team, briefing suppliers and deadlines etc.)
• Understand the world of media relations. Have great connections on speed dial. You can pick up the phone, SMS, and WhatsApp to pitch stories.
• A love for and deep understanding of Social Media and how it can best be applied to the agency and its clients
• Strategically minded
• Creative thinker
• Ability to manage client status meetings (if and when needed)
• Understand the content and various channels: what makes a good story, blog, interview, podcast, SM post, emailer, executive LinkedIn post, etc.
• Energy and attitude are everything
• Great writing skills
• Fast-paced individual
• Independent - the sky's the limit
• Keen to be part of a fun, vibey and energetic team
• Great sense of humour
• Love teamwork.

Should you not receive a response within one week, please consider your application unsuccessful.City: Cape TownLevel of Expertise: JuniorRemuneration: NegotiableConsultant: TamaraReference Number: #Tam803

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