Job Description

PR Assistant Account Executive (Tech) - Providence, RI (Hybrid: In office Mon-Thurs)

Matter is an independent and thriving brand elevation agency unifying PR, creative services, and marketing.

As we\xe2\x80\x99ve grown, we\xe2\x80\x99ve maintained focus on building and nurturing an inclusive, team-oriented and creative environment because we know that when we tap into our collective brainpower we come up with inspired solutions for our clients, and because it makes for a happy place to work. We work with people we like and can learn from, making our jobs a positive aspect of a balanced life. At Matter, we prioritize employee diversity, equity and inclusion and value everyone\xe2\x80\x99s unique story. We\xe2\x80\x99re proud of the many awards that we\xe2\x80\x99ve garnered as a Top Place to Work and as a Top Agency in the US, but we\xe2\x80\x99re equally as proud of the many organizations that we\xe2\x80\x99ve helped through our agency-wide volunteer initiative. If you\xe2\x80\x99re the kind of professional that takes their work seriously, but also doesn\xe2\x80\x99t take themselves too seriously, this could be the place to grow your career.

We\xe2\x80\x99re currently looking for a creative, results-focused Assistant Account Executive to join our east coast general tech PR team, who will play a key supporting role in executing client PR programs through traditional channels.

Here\xe2\x80\x99s a mix of what you\xe2\x80\x99ll be doing day to day:

• Secure client media opportunities in trade, consumer, business media and other outlets, managing all steps of the process
• Conduct reliable and accurate media research (editorial calendars, speaking opportunities, media/analyst list development) and provide teams with industry-relevant news and research
• Produce strong written documents, including pitches, press releases, speaking opportunity abstracts, client communications, etc.
• Actively participate in client/team meetings, offering creative ideas/solutions
• Work with junior team members to proactively deliver client FYI/trend and news updates

Along with creativity, drive and self-motivation, your previous experience and attributes will include:

• 1-2 years of full time, post-college experience in public relations and/or media relations is required for this role.
• Prior PR agency experience, as well as exposure to b2b and/or tech clients is strongly preferred
• Pitching experience is highly desirable
• Prior client relations experience, and the ability to work with multiple clients simultaneously
• Adaptable, engaged, and nimble in environments that can be dynamic or fast-paced.
• A lifelong learner with an inquisitive mind and eye for detail
• Collaborative, dependable, and a team player excited to promote a positive work environment
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree or equivalent relevant business experience

Why Matter? A healthy culture requires healthy, happy people. That\xe2\x80\x99s why Matter goes above and beyond to provide exceptional benefits, fun bonuses, and culture perks to our workforce. These include:

• Exceptional company culture, monthly FUN events in all offices, happy hours, and surprise rewards throughout the year.
• A comprehensive time-off plan that includes PTO, sick time, a yearly winter break, birthdays off, short Fridays EVERY week, and other out of office time to support work/life balance.
• Competitive salaries, and lots of room for long-term growth and development
• Top notch health, dental, and vision plans
• Extensive and ever-growing programs for diversity, equity and inclusion, plus a variety of specialized employee resource groups, diversity focused events and initiatives, and more.
• Paid volunteer time through our Helping Hands program.
• Matter Wellness program, featuring extracurricular activities and interoffice competitions
• Employee referral program (get a $$ bonus for each referral we hire)
• Lots of other stellar benefits like a 401K program, pet insurance, FSA and HSA plans, paid parental leave, and so much more.

Matter provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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