Senior Account Executive, Public Relations

Inkhouse inkhouse.com Open · verified Sep 20, 2026

New York Senior Account Executive

Senior Account Executive role at Inkhouse. New York · $70,000–$90,000 base.

SalaryStated by Inkhouse

$70,000 – $90,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

Role brief

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What you'll do

Lead media relations for assigned accounts through weekly pitches, target selection, and proactive outreach
Write press releases, bylines, blog posts, campaign pitches, and coverage-amplification memos
Join client calls to brainstorm, flag risks, solve problems, and provide backup communications support
Guide junior teammates while advising on speaking, awards, analyst programs, and design needs
Track news, PR developments, client trends, and social platforms to generate fresh ideas

What you bring

Bring four to six years of increasing responsibility in public relations
Show enthusiasm and expertise when working on technology accounts
Write and speak clearly, including strong stories, pitches, and client correspondence
Use creative pitching to uncover targets and angles for speaking and award opportunities
Manage several client accounts, work quickly, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting

Who this fits

This role suits a creative, self-directed, detail-focused PR professional who can handle varied audiences, multiple accounts, and top-tier press. The position is based in New York, Waltham, Seattle, San Francisco, or San Diego, with in-office work three days a week.

From the employer

ABOUT INKHOUSE

Inkhouse is part of Orchestra, a strategic communications and marketing company built for today’s complex and fragmented world. From decoding audiences to designing bold strategies, Orchestra integrates people, platforms, and stories that stick to help clients build lasting influence. The company offers programs that span from the highest level strategic business counsel through to tactical execution. Orchestra brings together 700+ people with experience across consumer and lifestyle, technology, nonprofit and philanthropy, real estate, sports, travel, hospitality, and more. Made up of leading firms BerlinRosen, Civitas Public Affairs Group, Derris, Glen Echo Group, Inkhouse, M18, Message Lab, Onward and Small Girls PR. It also launched Brightmode, a talent acquisition firm for communications professionals, and Versus Media Group, a strategy-first political media team. Learn more at www.orchestraco.com.

People of all backgrounds and abilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Orchestra is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff, and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist, and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Inkhouse is searching for a Senior Account Executive (SAE) who will be responsible for juggling multiple accounts and writing effectively across different mediums for varied audiences. This fast-paced, deadline-oriented role will be responsible for driving day-to-day media relations and working effectively as a member of key account teams. This person will be the lead media relations expert on their assigned accounts especially with top-tier press. The SAE is a highly creative self-starter, with excellent writing skills, and strong detail-orientation and will provide guidance to other team members on your accounts.

Location: This role is based in our New York, N.Y, Waltham, M.A., Seattle, W.A., San Francisco, C.A., or San Diego, C.A.and requires in-office presence 3 days a week.

ACCOUNTABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Core media relations person on account: (drafts weekly pitch, assigns targets)
Backup client contact on all communications
Be an active participant on client calls by contributing to brainstorming, flagging concerns and problem-solving with executive members of our client teams
Writes top-tier press releases, bylines, blog posts
Writes pitches for campaigns and launches to serve as template for the team
Drafts amplification memos for each media hit
Stays on top of news – leverage for regular proactive outreach
Comes up with creative ideas for clients each week
Stays up-to-date on PR trends and client trends
Suggests social media ideas and stays up-to-date for the team on new social media platforms/ideas/information
Mentors junior staff and role models positive Inkhouse values and behaviors
Oversees and offers strategic counsel on speaking and awards programs
Manages analyst programs
Liaisons with design team as needed for infographic/design work

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

4–6 years of progressive experience in public relations
Must be passionate and interested in working on tech accounts, demonstrating enthusiasm and expertise
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting compelling stories, pitches and professional client correspondence
Savviness and creativity in media relations and pitching, speaking opportunities and award submissions with the capability to identify new targets and thoughtful angles until the story lands
Ability to communicate clearly, effectively and with confidence, both verbally and in writing, with varying levels of staff, clients and the media, and is comfortable thinking on their feet
A demonstrated track record handling multiple client accounts simultaneously, working quickly and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Salary Range: $70,000-$90,000 (commensurate with experience and skills)

We're part of Orchestra, the first communications company built for today’s media landscape. Since 2022, it’s acquired nine firms, including: BerlinRosen, Civitas Public Affairs Group, Derris, Glen Echo Group, Inkhouse, M18, Message Lab, Onward and Small Girls PR. It also launched Brightmode, a talent acquisition firm for your communication professionals. Learn more at: www.orchestraco.com.

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