Account Executive

Account Executive — Job Description

Job Title: Account Executive

Location: New York, NY

Reports to: Senior Account Executive or Account Director

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About Becca

Becca stands at the intersection of what people eat, where they stay, and what they buy, with nearly two decades of success generating relevance, reputation, and revenue for some of the best brands in the world. With offices in New York, Los Angeles, and London, our agency has been recognized by the New York Observer’s "50 Most Powerful PR Firms" and by Forbes as one of the "Best PR Agencies in America."

We believe in being a force for good; we believe that good communication can change the world, and we believe that a meal among friends is one of life's greatest pleasures.

The Role

We are looking for an Account Executive who is ready to dive into the world of hospitality, restaurants, and lifestyle communications. In this role, you will support a dynamic mix of clients and help bring their stories to life through day-to-day account work, creative brainstorms, and thoughtful media outreach. You will work closely with senior team members to develop strategy and handle everything from press materials to social content and event support. This role is for a creative problem-solver with a hunger to learn and grow alongside the agency.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Media Relations --Serve as a daily contact for multiple accounts, handling media requests and overseeing projects. --Assist with developing and implementing strategy and campaign planning. --Develop personalized pitches, strategic media target lists, and thoughtful story angles. --Write external and internal documents such as press materials, talking points, and team bios. --Strengthen media relationships to garner placements in national and local publications.

Events & Agency Contribution --Assist with client and agency events, including invite list creation, RSVP management, and on-site support. --Actively participate in all-team meetings and brainstorms, contributing creative ideas for clients and internal projects. --Contribute to the agency’s CRM (Copper) and track time daily/weekly in Harvest to inform account profitability. --Suggest and draft content for Becca’s social media channels. --Represent Becca at industry and agency events.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in public relations or a related communications field.
• A genuine interest in hospitality and a passion for our roster of clients.
• Proven experience in media relations with established press contacts.
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Prior agency experience is preferred; you must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical insurance
• New business commissions
• Retirement plan / profit-share contributions
• Hybrid work model (Mo flex, Tu-Th office, Fri remote)
• Summer Fridays
• Wellness days
• Paid family leave
• 401K

Salary Range $65-75K