Public Relations Junior Account Executive & Account Executive

Kucerak + Co
New York, NY

About K+Co

Kucerak + Co (K+Co) is a full-service boutique communications agency. With widely recognized industry expertise under its founder, Lauren Kucerak, the agency serves clients across fashion, entertainment, lifestyle, health and wellness, and talent relations.

 

Here at K+Co, we value our company culture as we are an ambitious, passionate and enthusiastic group dedicated to going above and beyond with our work.

 

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in New York, NY.


We are seeking a Junior Account Executive / Account Executive to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive communicator with a strong interest in media and influencer relations who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.


Candidates should have 1–4 years of PR or communications experience (agency experience preferred), with opportunities for growth based on experience level.

 

What You'll Do:

  • Lead day-to-day communication with clients; ensure timely delivery of projects; proactively address project gaps and assist as needed; attend and coordinate internal and client-facing meetings and provide actionable next steps
  • Participate in the brainstorming of strategic campaign ideas, initiatives, and activities for clients
  • Lead, execute and manage multiple client initiatives– anticipate challenges and ensure deadlines are met
  • Ensure client requests are fulfilled, delivered on time and are value-producing
  • Develop and distribute PR materials including but not limited to; press releases, media alerts, founder bios, PR strategy and proposals
  • Provide thoughtful insight and feedback for all client deliverables (i.e. proofreading, fact-checking, competitive research, etc.)
  • Lead proactive and opportunistic pitching to market and trade media; develop and expand relationships with key editors.
  • Secure coverage in national and regional media across print, digital, broadcast and podcast verticals
  • Create PR materials, including press releases, bios, media alerts, pitches and other documents; edit writing and other assignments tasked to junior-level staffers; conduct background research as needed to deliver accurate media-ready assets.
  • Proactively network and build relationships with media, influencers and industry tastemakers
  • Serve as a reliable point of contact on assigned accounts and support junior workflows when needed
  • Collaborate on new business opportunities; attend and actively participate in brainstorms; gather and organize information for proposals, as requested.

 

What You Bring:

  • 2- 4+ years' of relevant PR experience (agency experience is strongly preferred)
  • Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
  • Strong writer with a sharp eye for detail, tone, and storytelling
  • A self-starter who can work both independently and in a high energy, team-oriented atmosphere
  • Established relationships with media contacts in the Fashion and Lifestyle space
  • Proven track record of market and feature placements
  • Interested in design, fashion, lifestyle, culture, or creative industries
  • You are a game changer; think outside the box; get the job done; always go above and beyond the expected. 

 

Why Kucerak + Co.

  • Work closely with a small, senior-led team
  • Exposure to high-profile, creative clients and top-tier media
  • A collaborative, fast-paced boutique environment
  • Clear opportunity for growth, responsibility, and skill development