LaunchSquad

Public relations and creative communications agency

Senior Account Executive - PR & Communications

PR & CommunicationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-time$70k - $85k /yrRemote

About the Job

Requirements

At least three years of experience at an integrated agency or startup technology company, with significant focus on public relations, social media, and digital marketing.
Proficiency in media relations, including a proven track record of high-impact placements and sophisticated, proactive storytelling.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible, compelling narratives.
Ability to project manage full account teams or large-scale integrated communications projects and appropriately delegate tasks.
Ability to integrate earned media efforts with digital marketing campaigns, ideally with a foundational understanding of search engine optimization and content distribution.
Ability to share knowledge and teach teammates how to execute program activities at an individual level.
Experience acting as a primary point of contact for clients.
Direct, transparent, inclusive interpersonal communication skills.
A collaborative, consistent approach to work and team.
A track record of reliable, high-quality work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

Strategically execute media relations, executive communications, and complex technical and digital storytelling programs for innovative companies.
Independently place proactive company stories and write contributed articles for executives.
Manage social media strategies and execute influencer marketing campaigns that amplify brand narratives.
Actively participate on four accounts, owning and overseeing large pieces of integrated communications programs.
At times, oversee the day-to-day operations of smaller account teams.
Teach new and junior teammates the fundamentals of public relations, integrated communications, and digital storytelling, and share knowledge and ideas across teams.

Desired Qualifications

Experience developing and executing organic and paid social media strategies across platforms.

Salary Range: 70000 to 85000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

LaunchSquad helps innovative brands tell their stories. Since 2000, we’ve partnered with leading technology, consumer lifestyle, and media companies to create integrated earned, owned, and digital programs that build awareness and drive growth.

We’re looking for a Senior Account Executive to strategically execute media relations, executive communications, and complex technical and digital storytelling programs for innovative companies like Waabi, Prelude Ventures and OnRunning. LaunchSquad has a flexible, hybrid environment. Fully remote or hybrid candidates are welcome to apply.

The ideal candidate for Senior Account Executive has experience working with clients in a fully integrated communications role and has a track-record of generating consistent, impactful results for clients. They are expert writers and seasoned media pitchers. They are comfortable placing proactive company stories and writing contributed articles for executives independently. Additionally, they bring a deep understanding of the digital landscape, with experience managing social media strategies and executing influencer marketing campaigns that amplify brand narratives. Senior Account Executives are confident in their ability to do the work and are learning how to lead clients. They teach new, junior teammates the fundamentals of public relations, integrated communications and digital storytelling and share their knowledge and ideas across teams.

Senior Account Executives are active participants on four accounts responsible for owning and overseeing large pieces of integrated communications programs. At times, they also oversee the day-to-day operations of smaller account teams.

Requirements

3+ years of experience at an integrated agency or start-up technology company, with significant focus on PR, social media, and digital marketing
Media relations proficiency, including a proven track record of high-impact placements and sophisticated, proactive storytelling
Exceptional writing and editing skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible, compelling narratives
Proven ability to project manage full account teams or large-scale integrated communications projects, and appropriately delegate tasks
Ability to integrate earned media efforts with digital marketing campaigns, ideally with a foundational understanding of SEO and content distribution
Experience developing and executing organic and paid social media strategies across platforms in a plus
Ability to share knowledge and teach teammates how to execute program activities at an individual level
Experience acting as a primary point of contact for clients
Direct, transparent, inclusive interpersonal communication skills
Collaborative, consistent approach to work and team
Track-record of reliable, high-quality work in fast-paced environments

At LaunchSquad, we care about our work, our clients and our community. We are a people-first company committed to making sure everyone has a great experience and an equal opportunity to grow and succeed.

If you are excited about telling meaningful stories with a team of curious, kind and talented people, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Company

LaunchSquad

Public relations and creative communications agency

LaunchSquad provides public relations and creative communications services for innovative and emerging companies. Its offerings include public relations, story development, content creation, media engagement, and integrated campaigns tailored to each client’s business goals. The firm differentiates itself with a long track record, a broad mix of capabilities (including content marketing and technical content creation), and the ability to scale from startups to growth-stage clients, with offices in San Francisco, New York, Boston, and Chicago and a team of over 100; it expanded its capabilities by acquiring Megawatt in 2024. Its goal is to help partners gain visibility, build their brand, and achieve measurable business results through strategic storytelling and targeted media outreach.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: San Francisco, CA
Founded: 1999

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