Back to jobs
New

Account Executive, Consumer

New York City, New York

About Us

At We., we've spent decades at the intersection of technology and humanity, bridging the gap between what businesses create and how people experience those creations. We've learned that beneath even the most unruly situations — whether it's a global crisis, an emerging technology, or a sweeping organizational change—lies a simple human need. That need could be for trust, connection, safety, or a sense of purpose. But it’s always there. And it is only by uncovering these truths that we can make real, meaningful progress.

This role is open exclusively to candidates who will work from our New York City, NY office.

About the Role

As an Account Executive, you will live at the intersection of consumer culture and tech innovation, translating complex topics into stories that resonate with everyday consumers. You will support media and influencer relations, monitor trends across the media landscape, manage day-to-day account activities, and contribute creative ideas that help advance client objectives and generate meaningful media coverage.

Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, curiosity, organizational skills, a proactive mindset, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating - and communicating - effectively across teams and with clients. 

Responsibilities

  • Monitor, report and provide insight on competitor and issue-specific social media activities as well as contribute to unique and creative uses of social campaigns or emerging technologies as necessary
  • Craft and customize influencer pitches and social media content
  • Begin developing relationships with media/influencers; Develop final internal and external materials including action emails and recaps for internal and external clients
  • Monitor coverage and conversations in social media
  • Provide analysis and strategic recommendations based on industry knowledge
  • Integrate and gather information across teams, clients and partners as needed for projects
  • Contribute ideas and brainstorm on media/ influencer strategies; engaging with clients as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

  • Typically minimum 1-2 years of communications, marketing, or media experiences; can include internship experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (particularly Outlook, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint and Excel)
  • Strong understanding of and proficiency in social media
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task, work in a team environment, and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Comfortable with integrated communication principles
  • Understand the role of the media
  • Interest in developing integrated communications skills incorporating digital and social media
  • High level of initiative.
  • Client and business environment:  Customer service orientation is a must.  Job pressure may exist from requirement of handling multiple tasks
  • Experience working globally or with colleagues in multiple locations
  • Fast-paced team environment (frequent tight deadlines, multitasking, etc.)
  • Strong presentation and consulting skills along with the ability to read, write and speak English
  • May need to work more than 40 hours per week on occasion

#LI-DF1
#LI-hybrid

Compensation

The base annual salary range for this role, applicable across all U.S. locations, is outlined below. The actual salary may vary based on several factors such as business requirements, job responsibilities, skills, experience, and geographical location.

Salary Range

$62,000 - $71,000 USD

Benefits

As part of our commitment to the success and well-being of our team, regular employees working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Pretax accounts including HSA (company match), Medical & Dependent Care FSA
  • Generous time off including PTO, Holidays, Annual Wellness Break, Summer Fridays and Personal Days
  • Short & Long-Term Disability, paid by company
  • Parental Leave, up to 12 weeks for birthing and non-birthing parent
  • Caregiver Leave, up to 2 weeks to help eligible family member with serious health condition
  • Community Engagement, up to 24 hours
  • Bi-annual Wellness Credits, up to $300 per year
  • Support with home office equipment
  • Monthly Technology Credit (to offset internet / phone costs)
  • 401(k) Traditional and Roth options with company match
  • Learning and Development Programs for our employees

Equal Opportunity: We. provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other legally protected class status.

Diversity and Inclusion: We. values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender identity or expression, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas.

North America non-remote employees are required to come into the office 3 days a week.

Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at We. Communications? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

Apply for this job

*

indicates a required field

Phone
Resume/CV*

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Cover Letter

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf


Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...

Our partner companies include, but are not limited to, Codeword, Hopscotch, Chase, Red Bridge, and Watatawa.

Select...
Select...

Voluntary EEO Data - US Candidates Only

We compile the following information to support our goals of a diverse workforce and equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all. The information you provide is strictly on a voluntary basis, and the content of the information will not affect your eligibility for employment or be shared with recruiters or hiring managers. If you choose not to provide this information it will not affect your eligibility for employment in anyway.

Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...