Assistant Account Executive

Company Description R. Couri Hay Creative PR is a New York City-based public relations agency with over 30 years of experience representing leading brands across fashion, luxury, lifestyle, and other industries. The firm has been recognized as one of the top PR firms in NYC for eight consecutive years by expertise.com, reflecting its strong reputation and consistent results. Under the leadership of R. Couri Hay, celebrity publicist, author, editor, columnist, and broadcast spokesperson, the team crafts impactful, media-ready stories. The agency has represented celebrities, household names, and global brands including Prada, Bvlgari, Versace, Fendi, Krug, and Brioni, offering interns exposure to high-profile campaigns and a fast-paced creative environment.

THE ROLE

This is a full-time role. The candidate will work with the team and support them on all account work including creating and managing media lists, monitoring media placements, mocking up placements, drafting press releases and fact sheets, and pitching. The candidate should possess excellent writing skills and is resourceful with the ability to work in a fast pace environment. You’ll work with a diverse portfolio of clients across Arts & Culture, Plastic Surgery & Dermatology, Law, Philanthropy & Events, Authors, and Fitness Studios.

Qualifications:

• One year to two years of agency experience preferred (candidates with no past PR experience – either as paid work or internships - will not be considered)
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; ideally in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Marketing or a related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage time
• Comfort in fast-paced environment with ability to balance multiple projects and interface with senior level
• Ability to multi-task

Responsibilities:

• Pitching media and securing placement on behalf of clients
• Drafting and editing press releases and pitches
• Managing day-to-day account activities – tracking coverage and placements and creating agendas
• Supporting and attending events
• Creating and maintaining media lists
• Developing and maintaining relationships with media
• Compiling client reports

If you’re interested and feel this could be your next career opportunity, please send your resume to [email protected] .