Public Relations Account Coordinator

Role SummaryThis is where great PR careers start. As an Account Coordinator, you’re the engine behind our client teams. You track the coverage, find the story in the data, build the lists that open doors, and give senior team members room to think big. You’ll learn how a modern agency really works, and you’ll be encouraged to speak up when you see a smarter way to do it.

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What You’ll DoKeep clients ahead of the storyTrack media placements and conversations in real time and flag what matters to your team and clientsBuild activity, quarterly, and annual reports that tell a clear story about what the coverage achievedDig into industry and competitor trends and bring back insights the team can act onKeep client agendas and trackers organized so nothing slipsCoordinate reprints and help clients get more mileage from their coveragePut ideas into wordsDraft press releases, award nominations, social posts, and other client materials that sound like the client and meet our standardsOpen doors with the mediaResearch and build targeted media listsDraft and send pitches when advised, tailored to each reporter and outletSpot editorial calendar, award, and conference opportunities before anyone asksDraft and distribute media alertsBe a real partner to clientsJoin client calls and meetings, take the lead on notes and action items, and follow throughContribute to client research projects and share fresh ideas, formats, and tools worth tryingHelp us stay aheadStay curious about how media, social platforms, and PR technology are changing, and share what you learnTry new tools and approaches with your supervisor’s guidance, and help us figure out what worksRepresent JConnellyBring our values, approach, and high standards to every client, media, and public interactionPitch in wherever the team needs you
What You BringA college degree, or equivalent business experienceAt least three to six months of professional experience (internships count)Sharp attention to detail, strong organization, and the ability to juggle competing deadlines with minimal oversightExcellent communication, problem-solving, and client service skillsCuriosity and a willingness to try new things xzbcwsv Comfort with the Microsoft Office suite and major social media platformsExperience with PR tools like Cision, Meltwater, Sprout, or Hootsuite is a plus, but not required
Featured BenefitsMedical, dental & vision insurance (Horizon BCBS, Guardian/VSP)Company-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) on select medical plansCompany-paid life insurance & AD&D coverageESOP — employee stock ownership, fully funded by JConnelly, no cost to you401(k) with company match (traditional & Roth options)Healthcare, Dependent Care & CommuterFSAsSupplemental coverage through Aflac (disability, critical illness, and more)Free 24/7 healthcare navigation through Health AdvocateVirtual vet consultations through Petzey