PR Assistant Account Executive (Newburyport, MA)

Matter Communications, Inc. (www.matternow.com) is seeking a talented Public Relations Assistant Account Executive for our Newburyport, MA office. The Assistant Account Executive works as part of an account team servicing both privately-held and publicly-traded clients. Experience with technology or consumer electronics clients is a plus.

We offer outstanding professional growth opportunities, formalized training and development, mentoring in a small, team-oriented environment, competitive compensation and excellent benefits.

Matter’s benefits include health and dental insurance, vision discount program, short-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan and match, employee referral program, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), summer hours, and casual business environment.

Responsibilities:
• Media relations (trade, consumer, and business)
• Media Research (editorial calendars, speaking opportunities, and press list development)
• Industry analyst outreach
• Writing (press releases, pitches, bylined articles, and more)

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant business experience
• 2-3 years of post-college PR agency experience (must have)
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Willingness to work in a fast-moving, dynamic, and team-oriented environment
• Ability to work with multiple clients simultaneously
• Fast learner with an inquisitive mind and eye for detail

Apply:
Please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@matternow.com, with “Assistant Account Executive” as the subject line of your email.