Communications Account Manager

The CE Group is seeking a strong, dynamic, and energetic Communication and PR account manager to pitch, promote, and publicize statewide. The candidate must be able to handle an array of projects at a time; this is a project-based position based on client needs. This is not an entry-level position. This position features a wide degree of creativity and latitude, working with a growing team of public relations, social media, and marketing professionals.

Duties and responsibilities of the position include:

• Lead the development and execution of client marketing and communications plans
• Create relevant and effective content across channels to include website copy, social media posts, email blasts, blogs, award nominations, talking points, and media materials on behalf of clients
• Drafting media relations materials, including news releases, pitch letters, fact sheets and other content for pitches, reports and proposals
• Develop and cultivate strong understanding of local, regional, and national media landscapes and their contacts
• Researching and pursuing media and promotional opportunities to promote the CE Group and its clients
• Responding to information requests from the media and proactively pitching stories to media to obtain coverage for clients
• Helping clients communicate effectively with various audiences and target markets
• Helping build and maintain client’s image and brand identity
• Arranging interviews for clients and appropriate spokespeople
• Attending client meetings and coordinating communication with clients
• Networking and positively positioning the CE Group for new business, connections, and relationships among the community
• Potentially traveling statewide to represent CE Group and clients professionally at events
• Measuring and reporting project updates and results

Qualified candidates will be self-starters who possess the following skills:

• Extensive knowledge of the public relations industry and how to successfully work with the media and various publics
• Must be a confident communicator and presenter
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess excellent organizational and planning skills
• Must possess excellent writing and editing skills
• Ability to grasp client needs and consider practical solutions
• Ability to create and manage effective outreach campaigns to align with client goals
• Ability to work both independently and as an integral part of cross-functional teams
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and balance work on multiple projects at same time
• Ability to provide exceptional service to agency clients
• Experience in securing coverage in both traditional and online media as well as opportunities with media influencers
• Be proactive, reliable, responsible and accurate with attention to detail

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Marketing and/or Public Relations preferred
• Minimum four years of experience in public relations, journalism, social media, copywriting and/or marketing
• First-hand knowledge and application of:
  • AP Style
  • Email marketing strategy
  • Microsoft Office suite software, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Excel
  • Experience with social media strategy and content development platforms such as Creator Studio, Canva, and Hootsuite preferred
  • Public relations tools such as Meltwater, Cision, HARO, and wire distributions preferred
  • Digital communication platforms such as WordPress, Mailchimp, and Constant Contact preferred
  • SEO preferred

You must live or be willing to relocate to San Antonio for this position.

Interested candidates should send a resume and two writing samples to work@cegroupinc.net