What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Coordinator position at Foxglove Communications?
The Position: Foxglove Communications is seeking an earnest and hardworking Account Coordinator to join our team. In this position, you’ll work closely alongside Account Executives, Account Supervisors, Account Directors, and Vice Presidents on a rapidly growing list of acclaimed hospitality clients that span hotels, bars, restaurants, spirits brands, and culinary events across the country. The ideal hire excels at consistently providing thoughtful communication in a fast-paced, autonomous environment. Those who enjoy a small-company feel and who are drawn to a service-based and hospitality-driven culture should apply.*
*Note: Candidates must be based in Austin, TX or Philadelphia, PA. You will work a hybrid schedule and will be required to have on-site presence at frequent client meetings, media appointments, and events.
Who We Are: Foxglove is a communications consultancy with expertise in brand strategy, PR and marketing. Foxglove was founded by Gia Vecchio, a strategist and storyteller with over a decade of experience across hospitality, travel, beverage, and fashion brands that range from savvy startups to global, household names.
What We Do: Brand Positioning • Marketing Strategy • Media Relations • Media Training • Activation • Content Creation • Social Strategy • Partnerships • Hospitality Consulting
https://www.foxglovecommunications.com
Title: Account Coordinator
Responsibilities:
- Draft press kit materials, client bios, website copy, interview talking points, and curated pitches for review
- Draft and organize call agendas, notes, account reports, and press clips
- Industry research of local media, relevant lifestyle food magazines, online outlets and influencers
- Closely monitor the news for client press as well as broader news and trends
- Develop and maintain media lists
- Assist with drafting and distributing pitches
- Establish trusted partnerships with peers, clients, and media; create channels of communication to keep them informed and support the success of accounts and campaigns
- Coordinate product shipments/mailers
- Draft lists, invitations and run-of-shows for events; support event logistics
- Assist with general daily office and administrative duties
- Content creation for social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Requirements:
- PR experience: 1-2 years PR agency experience or internship experience in a directly related field is a must
- Experience with relevant industry software: Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Slides), MuckRack, Asana, CoverageBook etc.
- General understanding of Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn (past social experience is a plus)
- Passion for hospitality and travel
- Sense of urgency, ownership, and drive to get things done
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to communicate ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to adapt and work on multiple projects
- Strong time management skills
- Energetic, self-directed, and self-motivated
- Committed to developing and maintaining beneficial media and agency relationships
- Ability to occasionally work night/weekend hours
- Willingness to visit clients and travel for company obligations