The Account Coordinator is a media and public relations professional responsible for supporting the development of and implementing communications strategies on behalf of clients in order to support the communication objectives and maximize positive exposure in local, national, and international markets. The Account Coordinator reports to the Account Manager and the Supervisor collaborates with and is mentored by the Account Executive to achieve the goals outlined for and by the client.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Media research as needed to support account activities
  
• Media list building and audits
• Press release drafting, posting on wires
• Pitch drafting, refinement 
• Media monitoring
• Drafting interview briefing notes
• Updating tracking and planning documents
• Note taking during client and team meetings
  
• Byline article drafting
• Press release coverage reporting
• Media pitching and outreach management
  
• Contributing content marketing ideas
• Researching speaking and awards opportunities 
• Drafting, submitting speaking and award nominations  

Job Requirements and Qualifications

Account Coordinator applicants should contain the following:

• Background in PR, journalism, communications or related field a plus, but not required
• Attention to detail
• Ability to conduct research
• Basic understanding of Google Suite, Slack, media databases
  
• Critical thinker and analytical problem solver