Junior Account Executive (Public Relations)

Junior Account Executive

Company Description

Citizen is a global PR agency built to unleash the potential of ambitious brands. Integrated teams across PR, creative & strategy, insights & intelligence, digital, and experiential marketing give the curiosity, confidence, and courage to stay ahead of trends, make bold moves, and maximize measurable success.

With 10 offices across North America and Europe, Citizen’s client roster includes P&G, Dole Packaged Foods, Duracell, Simon Malls, and Valvoline. The agency's disruptive campaigns have been awarded across the world from such shows as The Clios, Webbys, The One Show, LIAs, PRWeek Global and the Cannes International Festival of Creativity.

Since 2022 Citizen has been named a PR Agency of the Year by Strategy Magazine. In 2024 the agency made the ‘Best in Business’ list from Inc. Magazine and was a Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year. In 2025, Citizen was named to PRNews’ Elite Top 120 Agencies List.

This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to grow, connect, and belong in a vibrant environment. Beyond global opportunities, personal time, and unforgettable team-bonding, we prioritize professional development, committed to unleashing the potential for our talent across all offices. If you lead with curiosity and are eager to make a lasting impact for the world's biggest brands, you can find out more about us here:

https://www.citizenrelations.com/about

About the role:

We’re looking for a high-performing team player that’s looking to kick-start their career in PR & communications. They will have an internship or other relevant experience under their belt, with a keen interest in media relations and a strong understanding of social media marketing and influencer relations. In this role you will:

• Handle multiple client assignments, which requires strong time-management and organizational skills
• Support the development of media lists with oversight from senior team members
• Conduct media and influencer outreach with guidance from more senior team members
• Write first drafts of media materials, such as pitches, fact sheets and backgrounders
• Contribute to plan development by researching tactical recommendations with support of larger team
• Source costs for campaign elements (e.g. influencer costs, mailer costs, etc.)
• Support all logistical and administrative needs as assigned by the team
• Support the writing of first drafts of case studies with review and input from senior team members
  
  

About you:

• A degree in public relations, marketing communications, or similar
• Internship (or similar) experience in public relations, social media management and /or event management
• Past experience in an agency setting is highly valued
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about identifying and influencing trends
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Entrepreneurial attitude and a go-getter
• Team player and generous spirit
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated initiative
  
  

Transparency matters to us. For this role, you can expect a salary between $50,000-60,000 annually depending on experience.

Joining Citizen Relations, you are part of the Plus Company. This network of entrepreneurial agencies is designed to collaborate, not compete. It empowers every agency – and every individual – to bring their own unique capabilities together to make magic happen. You will be empowered to take risks, dream big, develop your skills and grow in your career with the full support of the network and all it has to offer.

We thank all applicants. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Citizen Relations is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. Citizen Relations is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation during the interviewing process, please let us know.