Highwire is hiring: Public Relations Account Executive, B2B Tech & ProfessionalMediabistro • Jersey City, NJ, United States

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Highwire is hiring : Public Relations Account Executive, B2B Tech & Professional

Mediabistro • Jersey City, NJ, United States

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Public Relations Account Executive, B2B Tech & Professional Services

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Base pay range

$67,000.00 / yr - $72,000.00 / yr

About Us

Highwire is a modern strategic communications and digital marketing agency designed for disruptive companies. We work with high‑growth technology companies and established brands looking to reinvent themselves. At Highwire, we believe that storytelling fuels transformation, and the most impactful stories represent all voices and perspectives. As a values‑driven agency, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone—regardless of age, race / ethnicity, size, shape, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and different abilities—can feel safe, celebrated and worthy. We ensure every Highwire Walker has unique support to climb to success. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is permanent and foundational to our business and culture. We aspire to change our industry and build a better future for all.

Core Values

Team Empowerment
Growth Mindset
Inclusion Always
Fierce Distinction

Ideal Account Executive

Our ideal Account Executive has 2‑3 years of PR experience—maybe at an agency or a hot startup—at the stage where you’re ready to elevate your career. You have solid relationships with key players, you’ve got your finger on the pulse of social media, and of course, you’re an exceptional writer. You are on the cusp of discovering the role that allows you to join a forward‑thinking agency where you can develop new leadership skills under the nurturing guidance of seasoned pros that have a work hard / play hard mentality.

Essential Functions

Media / Influencer Relations – Proactive media engagement and storyline development; strong relationship with regular media and influencer targets; secure coverage for each account according to team goals.

Client Service / Management – Facilitate media briefings across client accounts and provide feedback to clients; own portions of client PR calls; provide counsel on media opportunities and coverage; present quarterly / yearly account progress (as needed); own key elements of the PR program (analysts, influencers, speaking, content, etc.); become a go‑to resource for client contact.

Writing Proficiencies – Generate press releases and other content that meets client satisfaction with minimal edits; generate and edit award submissions, press releases, fact sheets, backgrounders, biographies, tour reports, briefing books, contributed articles, speaking opportunity abstracts, pitches, Q&As, company memorandum and general team correspondence; professional, articulate and timely client communication; development of consistent, creative, successful pitches.

Agency Operations – Mentor junior staff; assist in development of goals for reports, deliver annual reviews and quarterly check ins; participate in new business process incl. proactively identifying new targets, research and presenting at pitch; identify, attend and encourage others to attend networking events; maintain a respectful, enthusiastic, and professional attitude towards coworkers, clients, and outside colleagues and lead team by example; support teams and manage up and down; responsible use of flexible work policies; use Highwire social channels; write for Highwire blog; mentor junior staff to elevate development.

Self Development – Proactively set up quarterly goals with principal; track against goals and demonstrate growth; effectively prioritize responsibilities based on impact, timelines, workflow and client goals; drive projects forward independently, eliminating the need for managers to consistently check in re : follow through / task completion; identify areas for self‑improvement and bring suggestions and solutions to management; consistently hit deadlines or give enough notice if you won’t; attend regular networking events.

Highwire Perks

Competitive salary

Merit‑based bonuses and promotions

Hybrid work model to suit your schedule and lifestyle

Excellent vacation policy including extended break for summer and winter holiday

Participate in Empower Hours on Fridays; Team has the ability to log off by 3pm

401K Match

Medical and dental benefits / FSA

Paid Parental Leave

Commuter Benefit

Growth Mindset stipend of $100 annually for books, exhibitions, etc.

Technology reimbursement

Wellness benefit

Donation Match

Mentorship

Monthly recognition programs

Employee referral bonus

New business referral bonus

Quarterly Highwire fun events – Thanksgiving is our favorite holiday

Dog friendly work environment

Extremely supportive, nurturing environment with many opportunities for learning and growth

Additional Information

We are actively seeking candidates who possess a genuine passion for tech PR and are excited to expand our team. If you are enthusiastic about the world of tech PR and are eager to embark on a rewarding career in this field, we encourage you to start the conversation by applying today. We value your interest in our agency and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Safety Notice

If you have been targeted by a scammer, you can file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission here. Highwire will not send recruiting‑related emails from any other email domain name or variation other than @highwirepr.com. Highwire will never request your bank account, credit card, or credit score as part of our application process. If you receive a suspicious email not sent from a team member, specifically at our @highwirepr.com email address, or if you receive suspicious outreach on social media, please forward the communication to hwsecurity@highwirepr.com so that we can review and flag the fraudulent domain and user IDs for removal.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job‑related qualifications, and geography.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

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