Assistant Account Executive

About the Role

Nike Communications is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to join their Los Angeles team. This dynamic role involves working on a variety of accounts across different industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor media coverage pertaining to clients and provide comprehensive reports.
• Draft various documents, including media briefings.
• Develop media lists tailored to specific campaigns.
• Conduct daily media relations to secure placements in national, regional, broadcast, and online media.
• Cultivate relationships with journalists and media members.
• Manage day-to-day account activities, including scheduling and updating client reports.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• At least 6 months of full-time public relations experience, internships included.
• Prior agency experience preferred.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Experience handling multiple clients or projects simultaneously.
• Passion for industries in Travel, Lifestyle, Luxury, and/or Entertainment.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency, and ability to work with diverse individuals.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic workplace, showcasing adaptability and resilience.

Salary: Base of $45,000 with eligibility for overtime.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical coverage through UnitedHealthcare, Dental and Vision coverage through Principal.
• Financial Security: Contribute to 401(k) plan with potential agency contribution via year-end profit sharing.
• Time Off: 15 vacation days, extra day off in birthday month, agency closed between Christmas and New Years, plus 10 other holidays.
• Summer Flexibility: Shorter work hours on Summer Fridays (Memorial Day to Labor Day).
• Family Support: 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Phone Expenses: Business line or personal phone number covered on agency plan.
• Technology: Company-provided laptop and accessories, IT support.
• Bonuses: Potential for discretionary end-of-year bonuses.
• Agency Bonding: Happy hours and annual agency-wide offsite.
• Emphasis on DEI: Employee resource groups, DEI programming, and other initiatives.