Account Executive, PR - Bilingual (English/Spanish)

🌍 Remote, USA 🎯 Full-time 🕐 Posted Recently

Job Description

MMGY Global is a leading PR agency focused on travel and tourism, dedicated to sharing clients' stories that inspire travel. They are seeking a Bilingual Account Executive to manage public relations for a diverse roster of clients, requiring strong communication skills and a passion for travel.

Responsibilities

Manage public relations for clients in the travel and lifestyle sector
Develop and maintain media relationships
Write press releases, media kits, and other communication materials
Coordinate press trips and other media events
Pitch story ideas to journalists and media outlets
Monitor media coverage and report on results
Collaborate with team members to create strategic PR campaigns

Skills

Minimum of an undergraduate degree (Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts) in communications, journalism, or related field
1-2+ years fulltime PR/job-related experience in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism or related fields, with direct travel and lifestyle client background preferred
Fluency/proficiency in Spanish-language (oral and written)
Strong detail and organizational skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage projects effectively
Excellent verbal communication skills
Excellent writing skills, both technical and creative
Strong news writing and reporting proficiency
Good base of media contacts
Demonstrable media pitching skills
Solid understanding of social media and how to utilize it
Sensitivity to deadlines
Ability to anticipate needs and learn quickly
Sensitive listening skills (from client, supervisor, and media)
Results-oriented thinking, effective judgment, and ability to anticipate, spot, and fix problems
Self-motivated and resourceful
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Computer proficiency and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google programs; Cision, MuckRack and other PR programs a bonus
Good sense of humor and a love for travel is a must!

Benefits

Comprehensive PTO + benefits package
Hybrid telework policy
Half-day Summer Fridays
Closed the week between Christmas and New Years
Generous Go Explore anniversary travel benefits
Road Warrior benefits

Company Overview

MMGY global is a full-service marketing firm specialising in the travel, hospitality, and entertainment industries. It was founded in 1981, and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://mmgyglobal.com.

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