Senior Account Executive - Beauty Division

Factory is a visionary communications agency redefining how brands connect with their audiences. As masterful storytellers we engage, excite and expand our clients communities. As dynamic strategists we architect plans that convert consumer channels into brand loudhailers, to ensure our clients influence is both of the moment and enduring.We are a dynamic hybrid of a legacy agency and tenacious start up, we balance explosive energy with measured confidence, enthusiasm with experience and fresh ideas with facts. Proven experts at both breathing energy into established brands and exploding new brands out of the gates, no two client strategies look alike - each precision crafted to navigate the current cultural climate and to have measurable impact on our clients businesses.We're the agency behind media-fueled launches and creative storytelling for a dynamic portfolio of clients, including Ikea, ASOS, Elizabeth Arden, Henry Rose, Tomorrowland, Dr Dennis Gross and John Varvatos.And we've got a pipeline full of incredible opportunities. That's where you come in.SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE OR SUPERVISOR, BEAUTY - New York CityFactory PR seeks a Senior Account Executive to Account Supervisor to join its Beauty Division. The candidate should be an avid consumer of media and popular culture, have a deep affinity for and understanding of beauty, wellness and business and have experience working with celebrity talent and brand founders. The position calls for an expert press strategist and relationship builder that reports to the SVP, Beauty and Wellness. This candidate will help supervise, develop, and mentor a dynamic team.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESProvide client interface and counsel across beauty accounts Support in the development and execution of communications strategies for national and global brandsWrite and produce high-impact press materials including press kits, releases and pitchesMaintain and expand relationships with beauty, sustainability, wellness, entertainment and business editorsCoordinate and staff press interviews with clients; prepare or oversee preparation of briefing documents, provide media interview prep to clients as neededSecure high-level brand features and product placements in top national, regional and online media outlets Create, maintain and manage the timely distribution of editorial reports and briefing documentsManage calendar of recognition lists and awards and spearhead application processes, as needed Execute press events for clients with the support of external production teams, when neededEffectively manage a dynamic team, and act as a strong mentor and guideREQUIREMENTS Minimum 5 years of experience working with companies ranging from startups to global brandsIn depth knowledge of the media landscape across beauty, wellness and businessProven track record of securing top-tier coverage in print and online media and broadcastA strong network of editors, influencer and industry friendsExcellent time management, organizational skills and attention to detailSuperior ability to work swiftly and independently and alongside a dynamic teamStrong and effective writing, communication and presentation skills Superior ability to articulate ideas to clients, agency principals and colleaguesThrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment and actively contribute to Factory's creative and fun cultureCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS CULTURELife at Factory offers all the benefits of a stable, profitable and established company, but with a dynamic start-up culture. We place great importance on our people and their professional development. We seek creative thinkers, effective doers, glass ceiling breakers and the I-dont-know-if-thats-possible-but-let's-find-out-ers. We are the people who get great satisfaction in a job well done, who grab a ball and run with it and who celebrate together when we ace it. We take great pride in being different and promoting a workplace environment and culture based on positivity, inclusivity and collaboration.Competitive salary commensurate with experience401K with employer matchingLife insurance HEALTH & WELLNESSHealth/Dental/Vision Insurance 100% covered Discounted gym and ClassPass membership plus monthly credit Flexible Spending Account Mental Health and Wellness Stipend - $500 annuallyHealthAdvocate - Healthcare SupportOne Medical - On-Demand Primary CareTeledoc - Virtual HealthTalkSpace - Online Mental Health TherapyContinued Learning OpportunitiesPERKSFREE CitiBike 100% coveredDiscounted Metrocard/commutingAll staff events - Summer Picnic, Holiday Party, happy hours, karaoke, lunches, etcBirthday BonusesWORK LIFE BALANCETime off Work/life balance is important to us, we provide:Flexible/Hybrid work environmentAmple PTO & HolidaysEnd-of-year 10-day office closure for the holidaysSummer Friday ProgramFlex Sick TimePet friendly office

Created: 2025-02-10