Factory PR is a preeminent communications agency with offices in New York and Los Angeles. We sit at the unique intersection of style and innovation, deeply rooted in both current culture and our over twenty-year legacy.
We work with companies to create moments that will spark the brand transformation to cult status. Our strategies combine traditional and digital activities, including public relations, brand development, social media, content creation, and influencer and celebrity integration.
Factory is entering an exciting new chapter filled with growth and creativity. Our team continues to impress with their ability to work nimbly across various industries, and achieve award-winning media relations for our clients. We are also fun to grab a drink with!
From an industry perspective, we’re the agency behind media-fueled launches and creative storytelling for a dynamic portfolio of clients, including IKEA, Repreve, Loop Earplugs, Metaphysic, ASOS, Rebag, and WorldSprings.
And we’ve got a pipeline full of incredible opportunities. That’s where you come in.
SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE – Tech + Innovation (NYC)
Factory PR seeks a Senior Account Executive to join its Tech, Innovation and Design Division. This role requires an avid consumer of tech and business media, with a deep affinity and understanding of emerging markets and the tech landscape. The ideal candidate will have experience working with Founders and have a thorough understanding of thought leadership tactics, venture-backed brands, and a spectacular ability to create momentum for a brand well beyond launch. Knowledge of/interest in AI, FinTech, and/or Future of Health is a plus.
The position calls for an expert press strategist and relationship builder and reports to the SVP of Tech and Innovation in NYC. The candidate will supervise, develop, and mentor a dynamic team.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Secure high-level features, podcast interviews, op-eds and more
- Contribute to the development and execution of innovative communications strategies for national and international brands
- Build out thought leadership content and programs for executives, developing pertinent talk tracks and topics
- Facilitate press tours and interviews with Founders and clients
- Maintain and develop relationships with editors across technology, business, innovation and new verticals as dictated by the evolving client roster
- Oversee and contribute to the timely distribution of briefing documents, and facilitate client media trainings where required
- Work within a team of excellent publicists and strategists, and act as a strong mentor and guide to the junior members
- Serve as the client interface for a roster of tech, innovation and design clients
- Produce high impact press materials
- Execute press activations and consumer-facing events for clients
REQUIREMENTS
- 4+ years of experience working with technology companies ranging from startups to mid-level businesses
- Expert knowledge of the media landscape across tech and business in addition to mainstream lifestyle media
- Proven experience managing announcements including launches, partnerships, funding, and more
- Proven track record of securing top-tier coverage in print and online media, podcasts and broadcast
- Excellent time management, organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent ability to work swiftly and independently, and alongside a dynamic team
- Strong and effective writing, communication and presentation skills
- Superior ability to articulate ideas to clients, agency principals and colleagues
- Proficient in Cision, MuckRack, Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, Word andPowerpoint, Coveragebook and social media network
- Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment and actively contribute to Factory’s creative and fun culture
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
COMPENSATION
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- 401K with employer contribution
- Holiday Bonus (discretionary)
- Life Insurance at 1x your annual salary
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Program
HEALTH & WELLNESS
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- Mental Health and Wellness Stipend - $500 annually
- HealthAdvocate - Healthcare Support
- One Medical - On-Demand Primary Care
- Teledoc - Virtual Health
- TalkSpace - Online Mental Health Therapy
- Annual Citibike membership
- Continued Learning Program
WORK/LIFE BALANCE
Time off Work/life balance is important to us, we provide:
- Flexible/Hybrid work environment
- 10 days standard vacation
- 2 personal days
- 2 full summer Fridays off in addition to half day Summer Friday program
- 13 Company Holidays (including 2 four-day weekends)
- Generous end-of-year holiday office closure
- Flex Sick Time
- Pet friendly office
