Account Coordinator

This is a Full Time Job

Weissman/Markovitz Communications, a long-standing public relations and marketing communications firm that works with many top studios, networks, and independent films, is seeking an Account Coordinator, to join our team. This position calls for a reliable, organized, detail-oriented team player to play a key role in supporting multiple level executives as well as the entire office.

The ideal candidate is someone who has worked or interned in a PR agency, is phone savvy, extremely detail-oriented, and can multi-task in a face paced environment. Room for growth; a qualified candidate would ideally advance to a more senior position.

Our clients include Art Directors Guild, the International Cinematographers Guild, Make-Up Artists and Hairstylists Guild, as well as many independent films.

Requirements:
• 1-2 years of work or internship experience at a public relations or other marketing services agency
• Bachelors degree is a must
• High attention to detail as well as ability to prioritize, problem solve, and meet deadlines
• Tech savvy and proficient with Mac, MS Office, Excel, Acrobat, Cision, Photoshop, and Powerpoint
• Well-versed in digital strategies and social networking
• Must be willing to work some nights and some weekends for events
• Reliable transportation

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Assist with PR efforts including distributing press releases, building media lists, research, etc.
• Daily monitoring of print and online publications to identify client media coverage.
• Compile and distribute press breaks and reports
• Update press lists using Cision and Excel
• Assist with calendar listings and film festival submissions
• Assist awards department with awards submissions, credit breakdowns, and other tasks as needed.
• Assist team at press and client events
• Screen/answer phone calls, maintain executive and office calendars, coordinate staff and client meetings, prepare expense reports, assist with projects as needed.
• Manage vendor relations for office such as ordering office supplies, maintaining office equipment, keeping office organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.