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About Ketchum

As a global communications consultancy with 100 years of experience, Ketchum is a trusted partner who is equal parts creative and analytical. Ketchum is a place where all perspectives and points of view are welcome and encouraged. We are a collection of communications specialists, content creators, creatives, researchers, data analysts, media pros, digital strategists, issues and crisis counselors, and tech nerds. And we love when those worlds collide to create the very best teams and solutions for our clients. We work with the world’s leading brands, emerging start-ups, and everything in between. We are beyond proud to have created some of the most celebrated and award-winning campaigns in our industry. We’re just crazy enough to think we can impact the world – and how it responds to ideas – through communication.

We encourage our employees to be curious, brave, inspiring, and a force for good. Let’s talk. Come belong at Ketchum!

We are looking for an **Account Executive** to join our team!

This is a tremendous opportunity to work on one or two accounts in our Consumer Packaged Goods industry, learning all aspects of the communications business. In this role, you will have the potential to work on strategic and creative planning.

We are a fast-paced team with energetic clients who are continually looking for creative solutions to execute engaging content. The team needs a proactive communicator who is excited about consumer marketing and can support the execution of large-scale, nationally recognized campaigns.

+ Research and write press releases, briefing documents, key messages, Q&As, fact sheets, pitches and other materials.

+ Support media relations efforts on behalf of clients through pitching compelling stories and media strategy.

+ Build and maintain media lists.

+ Monitor, analyze, and report on relevant client/industry-related news.

+ Support the execution of large-scale events, celebrity media days, charitable partnerships, and national campaign launches.

+ Research and evaluate thought leadership opportunities for key brand spokespeople

+ Provide review and counsel for influencer vetting and content.

+ Bring creative ideas and solutions-oriented thinking to program execution

+ Have a pulse on the CPG industry, the media landscape, and social media platforms to help provide insights and guidance on programs.

+ Provide support for media monitoring and program recapping.

+ Proofread and edit documents; consolidate team edits; maintain records of supporting reference materials.

+ Respond to requests for information from clients, team members, and other agency employees with accuracy and in a professional and timely manner.

+ Support billing procedures within the team (according to the client project) by maintaining billing, invoices, and job numbers.

+ Flex to support teams across multiple programs and clients throughout the year, depending on campaign launch times.

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skills and knowledge for successful performance would qualify. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field preferred

+ Two to three years of experience in a public relations agency or a similar position

+ Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and manage priorities

+ Ability to work in a multi-faceted, fast-paced environment

_The salary range for this position is $62,500 - $68,400. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, past training, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity and local geographic market data._ _A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available._ _\#LI-Hybrid_

What We Offer

+ Hybrid Workplace: Three days a week in the office

+ Robust benefits program, effective within 30 days of hire

+ Paid maternity/paternity leave

+ Family Forming Benefits

+ Employee Recognition Program

+ Generous paid time off includes vacation, wellness, and extended holiday schedule

+ Various development opportunities to enhance personal and professional life

+ Tuition reimbursement

+ Monthly Cell Phone & Wi-Fi reimbursement

Interested? We’ve got an opportunity for you.

Ketchum is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws.