Account Executive, B2B/Technology Communications
Location: Chicago, IL or Detroit, MI

FINN Partners is looking for an Account Executive with 2+ years of agency PR/marketing experience to join our Midwest team in either Chicago or Detroit. Account Executives support multiple account teams and efficiently manage responsibilities across a diverse client portfolio. They develop a deep understanding of each client’s business, industry trends, and the relevant media and social landscape.

 Responsibilities:

• Create comprehensive customized pitches, content calendars, media materials, client content, and social media assets to support results-driven campaigns
• Execute earned media outreach by identifying traditional and digital influencers, utilizing social listening to find timely "newsjacking" opportunities for clients.
• Develop creative story ideas and unique pitch angles for media outreach, persuasively pitch to targeted outlets, and adapt messaging as needed to maximize media interest and coverage
• Support the development of social-first content including LinkedIn posts and executive thought leadership, ensuring a consistent brand voice across both earned and owned channels
• Proactively identify and propose new ideas, opportunities, and strategic initiatives to drive client program success, engagement, and long-term growth
• Craft polished, error-free media materials that adhere to AP style guidelines and align with the client’s strategic objectives and brand voice
• Prepare and manage project communications, including, planning timelines, client meeting summaries, and status updates
• Actively engage in client calls, meetings, and presentations, confidently leading discussions and delivering updates as assigned
• Manage reporting tools, develop results reports 

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of full time PR/Marketing experience, ideally in an agency setting
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Writing is crisp, clear, and tone adjusted for your specific clients
• Work is error-free and client-ready before being passed to the next team member
• Strong media relationships and experience building media lists and pitches
• Proven success getting media placements for clients and adapting media strategy based on results
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and great at follow-up
• Thrive in the fast-paced work environment and easily keep track of many moving parts
• Understand the client service mindset and play an active role in client communication 
• Hungry to learn and stand out by asking smart questions, seeking feedback, and soaking up as much as you can.