At Jacobson Rost, we create stories that sell. As an agency, we're integrated, fiercely independent, creative and effective, driving results for national brands you engage with every day.

We're looking for an energetic self-starting Senior Account Executive (SAE)with 2-4 years of relevant public relations experience, including media relations, event support and media monitoring. Candidates must have strong project and time management skills, be flexible to accommodate multiple diverse accounts and show a desire to be part of a tight, nimble, hardworking PR team.

Previous Agency experience is a bonus.

This position will contribute to the success of a variety of earned media, experiential and influencer PR efforts across both consumer and corporate clients. In addition to providing support to senior staff, the SAE will facilitate campaign and project executions within cross-functional account teams that include account service, media, creative and production - on hospitality, spirits/beverage and home improvement clients.

This position is based in the agency's Chicago, Ill. or Milwaukee, Wis. office and reports to an Account Supervisor.

Desired Skills & Core Responsibilities

Strong writing and proofing skills in a variety of formats, exceptional media relations and verbal communication skills are required. Specific skills include:

• Writes clearly, effectively and creatively in diverse formats, including press releases, media alerts, fact sheets, recaps, etc.
• Develops and maintains relationships with a variety of client contacts, media and influencers/bloggers
• Desire and ability for occasional travel and work special events including, but not limited to on-site partnership activations, social media executions and special media event/tours
• Conducts research to assist with campaign development
• Knowledge of social media strategy and content development
• Monitoring, tracking and analyzing campaign results
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Thinks expansively and creatively about problems and identifies solutions
• Understands big-picture public relations strategy and benefit to clients
• Experience in both B2B and B2C space is a bonus
• Experience in Corporate Social Responsibility also a bonus, but not necessary
• Brings passion, participation and point of view to the workplace

Necessary Experience

• Bachelor's degree in PR, Journalism, Advertising, Marketing or a related field
• 2-4 years of experience, preferably within the agency setting
• Strong verbal presentation skills and mastery of Microsoft Office
• Proven knowledge and track record of success in executing PR plans
• Experience with media pitching and securing placements

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.