LaunchSquad – New York, NY
Account Associate at LaunchSquad: Entry-level opportunity for aspiring public relations and communications practitioners!
LaunchSquad is an eclectic community of people committed to producing the best possible results for the companies we love. We build creative PR, social media and original content programs for the most innovative start-up and mid-stage technology, consumer lifestyle and media companies around.
We’re looking for our next generation of superstars and we’re interested in talking with you about joining our team this upcoming summer in New York. New grads will be considered!
About LaunchSquad:
We care about our work.
This approach is nothing new for us. Since forever, we’ve been committed to mastering our pursuits: the inverted pyramid, a left-handed lay-up, the ukulele.
No matter what we’re doing – researching industry trends, writing a blog post, brainstorming with our clients – we’re dedicated. When we finish, we’re proud to say: that’s our work.
We care about our clients.
We immerse ourselves in each client’s business, translating big ideas into ambitious initiatives that resonate with audiences and stand out.
We execute relentlessly. Our clients’ goals matter, our work has a significant impact on their businesses, and we feel compelled to deliver the very best results.
We care about each other.
We are believers in the infinite possibilities that arise from collaboration and authentic, honest communication. If we had to choose three words to characterize our teammates, we might say: passion, integrity and courage.
We trust our teammates to say what they mean, and to do what they say. We hold each other up, and we celebrate each other’s success.
About the Account Associate opportunity:
At LaunchSquad, we’d like to think everyone is looking for an opportunity where they can feel empowered, contribute real results and grow their skills and smarts every day. In this role, we try to provide just that.
No day is ever the same. Associates work on three to four client accounts and learn directly from LaunchSquad’s senior staff. From the start, Associates work closely with their clients on a daily basis and contribute to PR programs in meaningful ways, including media and analyst relations, research, writing, managing speaker and awards programs, and tracking and measuring results.
Over the course of year one at LaunchSquad, an Associate can expect the following from the experience:
- Position with constantly expanding learning opportunities;
- Growth within each team, including transitions and shifts in responsibilities;
- Regular performance acknowledgement, feedback and merit increases for outstanding work;
- Ability to develop skills and knowledge that will accelerate career advancement and future professional opportunities.
Requirements for this role:
- Mass communications, journalism or liberal arts education and/or relevant internship experience
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Exceptional organization and project management skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines
- Initiative to ask questions, pick up the phone, take action and think ahead
- Ability to thrive under pressure with minimal direct supervision and adapt to changing priorities quickly
- Creative thinker with the capacity to approach problems from multiple perspectives
- Interest in the technology industry with social media know-how
- A sense of humor helps too
How to apply for this position:
If you believe in LaunchSquad’s vision and want to contribute to the team and grow your talents with the Squad, we’d like to hear from you. For more information about our company, please visit www.launchsquad.com. To apply, please send us your cover letter and resume.
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