Account Coordinator, public relations agency

About the Role

Mahoney Communications Group (MCG) is hiring an Account Coordinator to support its account teams. This is an entry-level role designed for an individual looking to grow within the agency business.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain targeted media lists.
• Run daily media monitoring and send clients coverage reports.
• Draft initial versions of press releases, media pitches, briefing documents, social posts, and award submissions.
• Track reporter beats and recent stories.
• Pitch reporters and follow up on outreach.
• Prepare briefing books for client interviews.
• Maintain client calendars, editorial calendars, speaking opportunities, and award deadlines.
• Take notes on calls and create clear action items.
• Compile monthly and quarterly results reports.
• Research clients' markets, competitors, and policy issues.
• Support new business efforts, including prospect research and proposal assistance.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Cision, Muck Rack, or Meltwater is a plus.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years of experience in PR, communications, journalism, or a related field (internships count).
• A bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience.
• Strong, clean writing skills; ability to translate technical ideas into clear English.
• Genuine curiosity about climate, energy, and technology.
• Habit of reading the news daily and understanding media coverage.
• Organized and reliable with managing deadlines across multiple accounts.
• Comfortable making phone calls to clients and reporters.
• Nice to have: newsroom or student paper experience, coursework in environmental science or policy, or time on a campaign or in a government office.