Frederick, Maryland
Public Relations & Marketing Account Executive Job Opening in Frederick, Maryland - DPR Group (), a successful, full-service public relations & marketing agency with a strong track record representing high-tech companies throughout the United States and Europe, seeks to add a full-time public relations and marketing professional as an Account Executive at our Frederick, Maryland office. DPR Group works in a secure cloud environment, where you can access your files either from the office or from home, so once you are fully established, you will have to ability to work from home a few days per week, if desired.
DPR Group provides public relations, inbound marketing and content development services for companies and organizations in industries such as software development, manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, telecommunications, supply chain & logistics, clean-tech and government contracting. DPR Group offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a great work environment with opportunities to advance within the company.
Job Description
The Account Executive should have several years of on-the-job experience working in the field of public relations, marketing and/or corporate communications for an agency or other organization. The Account Executive must be able to develop strategy as well as manage the day-to-day public relations activities of several technology and business clients. The Account Executive will conduct interviews; develop and distribute press releases; secure media placements in technology, trade and business publications; develop and submit speaking proposals; write bylined articles, case studies, blog posts and social media content; and develop monthly reports for each client.
Top-level candidates might also have experience with inbound marketing tools; however, if you have most of the other background, we can train you in the use of HubSpot and our other marketing automation tools and strategies. The Account Executive must be available for occasional travel to meet with clients for strategic planning sessions and press tours, or to provide tradeshow support.
Candidates for the Account Executive position must be highly motivated individuals who have a college degree, a background in public relations or marketing, excellent communications skills, strong writing capabilities and the ability to learn new skills quickly.
Job Requirements
Bachelor?s degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Science or a related field
Several years of experience in public relations and/or marketing
Ability to understand and write about science and technology
Excellent communications skills
Strong writing and editing skills
Ability to multi-task on a number of projects in order to meet deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Word with the ability to learn new computer skills quickly
Must be a legal resident of the United States
Must be highly motivated individual who takes pride in doing his or her very best work for DPR Group and our clients. DPR Group offers a competitive salary, commensurate with your experience, abilities and special skills.
DPR has group health insurance, a 401(K) retirement plan, and a supportive and fun work environment.
NOTE 1: To Strong Applicants, but with Less than 2 years of on-the-job Experience
If you have the college degree, and also have strong writing ability, but lack a few years of on-the-job experience necessary for the Account Executive position, you can still apply for the Account Coordinator or Assistant Account Executive Position , because we are also seeking to hire one person at this level too. See the Careers page on our website for the job descriptions.
NOTE 2: If you are a strong writer, please apply.
Applicants with proven strong ability in writing and editing will be given extra consideration. Example would be a freelance writer with published material or other on-the-job experience with writing.
To Apply
If you are a qualified candidate and you want to explore the potential for joining our exceptional team, please apply via email to: Dan Demaree at via email through this website.
All applications should include:
Cover letter or note that specifies the position you are applying for and your qualifications for the job.
Resume
One or two writing samples (press releases, magazine or newspaper articles, product sheets or blog posts)
Thank you for your interest in DPR Group!
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Public Relations or Marketing: 2 years
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