Assistant Account Executive - Public Relations job at Access Brand Communications in New York, NY, San Francisco, CA

Title: Assistant Account Executive - Public Relations Location: New York, New York, United States; San Francisco, California, United States Overview Access Brand Communications is a built-for-every-moment agency that specializes in cutting-edge PR skills – including AI-optimized PR, new media management, and cross-platform storytelling – for emerging, accelerating, and high-growth companies. We are currently looking for an Assistant Account Executive to join our fast-growing agency in a hybrid role in our New York City or San Francisco offices. The ideal candidate will have experience working on integrated public relations campaigns and supporting media relations initiatives. We are looking for a team player with a proactive mindset to keep a pulse on the media environment, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to interact with clients, media and account teams. If you’re enthusiastic about working with well-known tech, B2B and consumer brands and access to cutting edge AI tools as part of a dynamic account management team, we would love to see your resume! About the Role Create and maintain media lists; conduct media searches/inquiries. Execute outreach to generate coverage. Handle daily media monitoring, coverage reports, etc. Support campaign & program development through relevant research and contributing ideas to media activations, planning meetings, and brainstorms. Manage and create written materials including status reports, client correspondence. Proofread and edit documents; consolidate team edits; maintain records of supporting reference materials. Assist in creative strategy and planning through research, brainstorming participation, and assistance with presentations. Prepare monthly activity reports and conference/meeting status reports for circulation to team members. Event logistic support including vendor management, set-up, attendance tracking. Maintain team/client files, including client/prospect mailing lists, contact sheets and relevant trade publications. Qualifications Ability to join us in a hybrid model of working in-person in the office weekly. 1-2 years experience which can include previous internship experience in a public relations agency or a similar position. Excellent writing skills. Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and manage priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to work in multi-faceted, fast-paced environment. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field preferred. About Access We are a fast-growth media relations+ agency, powered by AI to deliver targeted storytelling and channel expertise quickly and effectively. With small agency hustle and large agency resources, we know that delivering our best work starts with an environment that empowers every individual. We believe growth isn’t just a goal; it’s a shared journey toward meaningful impact. For us, action is everything. We pride ourselves on what we get done for our clients. Our team members are innovation enthusiasts who are responsive, scrappy and flexible. We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees’ lives. Access offers a hybrid work model and seeks employees who are comfortable working in the office for a portion of their week, in accordance with their local office hybrid work policy. We acknowledge that our people are diverse individuals with unique circumstances and needs, and therefore our goal is to foster a productive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, both in and out of the office. The anticipated U.S. salary range for the Assistant Account Executive level is $55,000-$62,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications and geography. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off and/or other benefits also are available.