Account Executive

Southwest Strategies Group is seeking a full-time Account Executive to join their Phoenix team. The role involves supporting project managers in public communications, community outreach, and media relations, as well as coordinating special events and conducting market research.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and implementation of PR, marketing, and communications plans, including research, strategy, and content development
• Conduct media and influencer outreach: draft press materials, build lists, pitch stories, and manage distribution opportunities
• Draft content for social media, blogs, email, websites, advertising, fact sheets, presentations, and other collateral
• Support profile building activities: identify award, spokesperson and contributed/byline article opportunities; draft and manage submissions
• Support digital marketing and SEO efforts: manage social content calendars, coordinate paid campaigns, track analytics, and optimize content
• Collaborate with designers and digital specialists to develop visuals, ads, and other creative assets
• Plan and execute events, meetings, and tours: create plans, manage RSVPs, coordinate vendors, staff logistics, and support on-site execution
• Lead community and stakeholder outreach, including canvassing, field engagement, and responding to inquiries
• Build and maintain stakeholder, media, and influencer databases; track outreach activities and relationships
• Proofread and edit client materials such as news releases, pitches, and newsletters
• Support account management: maintain project trackers, budgets, agendas, meeting notes, and client deliverables
• Produce reporting on media coverage, outreach efforts, digital analytics, and campaign performance
• Assist with business development by researching proposals, identifying opportunities, and participating in community or trade organizations
• Additional duties as assigned

Skills

• 1+ years' previous Public Relations or Community Relations experience required
• Bachelor's degree in public relations or related field strongly preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits, including a no-cost medical plan, dental, vision, FSA, 3 weeks PTO, 14 paid holidays, and 401(k) profit sharing
• Professional development stipend and internal training programs to boost your skills and career
• Company wellness stipend for ClassPass to support your health and well-being
• Mentorship from experienced professionals to guide your growth
• Opportunities to connect with some of the region’s most influential stakeholders
• Company events and celebrations to recognize, support, and bring our team together
• Employee recognition program celebrating achievements and contributions

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