Account Executive - Victoria, Canada - PONY Communications

Description

Join Our Award-Winning PR Team

A little bit more about PONY Comms:
The stories and coverage PONY Comms has generated have propelled disruptive brands with noble missions into the media spotlight.

We launched Eko into mainstream recognition for its cutting-edge cardiovascular technology, amplified Housing Trust, which aids BIPOC developers in affordable housing creation, promoted OhmConnect, which incentivizes residents to reduce energy consumption and prevent blackouts, and introduced Beni, a digital tool combatting fast fashion and carbon emissions through resale shopping.

We've championed Climeworks' innovative technology to restore the climate, supported Bright Machines in reshoring manufacturing to the USA, and led a NASA campaign that used crowdsourcing to solve an intractable problem.

Details:

• This position offers the flexibility of remote work. Initial onboarding will be inperson over the first few months to ensure adequate training.
• Health Spending Plan that covers vision, dental, therapy, massage, acupuncture, chiro, etc.
• RRSP Contribution
• Subscriptions: Melissa Wood Health and Headspace
• Lots of room for growth
• Team events (ex: past team events were a trip to San Francisco, a trip to a lakehouse in Lake Cowichan, regular drinks + dinner).

Responsibilities:

• Assist in daytoday client activities and PR campaigns.
• Prepare and manage client agendas.
• Monitor and track media coverage.
• Respond promptly to media inquiries and client requests.
• Lead and support social media campaign initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Mac computers; a beautiful Mac desktop will be provided for your home office.
• Strong writing skills.
• Experience with social media scheduling platforms is preferred but not required.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Pay:
$55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• PR: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Victoria, BC V8P 3X4