Public Relations Account Executive

So you’re an amazing pr professional looking for your next opportunity and you have learned a lot about the craft, but maybe you’re looking for something really special this time – a place where your impeccable work is acknowledged and celebrated, where your wildly creative ideas are respected and put into action, where your clients are amazing and totally worthy of the headlines and wonderful reviews, where your co-workers support you and build you up, so you feel completely unstoppable?

That’s what Olive PR is all about and we are looking for another Olive. Are you someone who loves to make connections? Are you moved and inspired by making a difference? Do you love generating national visibility for communities, brands, and non-profits? Do you dream of working on a winning team that plays big and celebrates often? Maybe you’re our next Olive. We are looking for an amazing Account Executive to grow our team because we have some really beautiful opportunities coming our way.

Our next PR Star has to be obsessed with powerful results. They must also have a Bachelor’s degree in PR, communications, marketing or journalism and has at least three years of post-college, full-time professional PR experience (agency required).

The ideal candidate is a natural storyteller who thrives on staying on the cutting

edge of pop culture and innovation.

Responsibilities and daily tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze data, market research and trends to develop strategic media relations campaigns that get results.
• Monitor industry news to seek creative opportunities for each account.
• Develop, write and pitch story ideas, press releases, partnership announcements and breaking news to key media contacts while securing high volume and quality coverage.
• Create and develop press kits, PR timelines, bios, fact sheets, media alerts, press releases, etc.
• Communicate effectively with clients on a daily basis and manage/facilitate all weekly calls and meetings with clients.
• Advise and manage support team on daily responsibilities such as clipping, writing, administrative tasks, reporting and media list creation.
• Able to format, develop, write and successfully pitch press materials including bios, backgrounders, fact sheets, media advisories and press releases.
• Strong knowledge of editorial calendars, lead times, current trends and news to schedule pitches and outreach appropriately.
• Familiarity with pitching op-eds for thought leadership profiles.
• Identify and assist with idea generation for client partnerships, CSR and events.
• Facilitate all media opportunities and join phone and/or in-person interviews.

Job Description: Account Executive Public Relations

Location: San Diego (Little Italy)

• Type: Full-time $75k to $85k depending on experience
• Hybrid with two days required in the office
• Experience: 3 year of experience minimum

Company Description

Olive is a boutique public relations and marketing agency based in San Diego, California, dedicated to amplifying the stories of impactful brands and individuals. With 17 years in business, Olive serves a diverse range of clients, including consumer lifestyle brands, hospitality, real estate, and community organizations. The agency provides a multifaceted approach that incorporates media relations, corporate social responsibility, social media, digital marketing, and creative activations. Renowned for delivering impactful media results and engaging campaigns, Olive is committed to creating meaningful connections and driving positive influence.