Account Executive, Media Relations (NYC)
Fitt Talent Partners
Job Description
A newly formed strategic communications agency anchored in health, wellness, sports, fitness and performance, is seeking an Account Executive to fuel client success on a fast-growing team. This role focuses on media relations and offers a unique opportunity to work closely with top-tier brands and credentialed experts in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
Assist in developing and executing media relations strategies and campaigns
Draft and distribute press materials including pitches, press releases, and media alerts
Conduct media outreach to secure placements in print, digital, and broadcast outlets
Conduct and secure new media opportunities with content creators and influencers, podcasts, and YouTube
Design and support client events while hosting media and VIPS
Monitor media coverage and create client-ready reports and recaps
Maintain and update media lists and databases
Support client account teams with research, administrative tasks, and meeting prep
Requirements
Three to five years experience in public relations, media relations, or corporate communications (agency, in-house, or a combination)
Confident as client and media relations facing
Sharp proactive and reactive media relations instincts
Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills
Passion for storytelling and building relationships with the media
Oversee reporting with support of entry-level staff
Entrenched in health, wellness, fitness, and performance (athletes and enthusiasts strongly encouraged to apply!)
Based in New York City
Skills and Systems
Asana, Google Suite, Notion, and Slack
Help A Reporter Out (HARO), MuckRack, Press Hook, QUOTED, TV Eyes
Associated Press Stylebook
Salary range: $80,000 to $90,000