Account Executive

Description

Account Executive

Summary

The Southwest Strategies Group is seeking a full-time Account Executive to join our Bay Area team. The Account Executive provides support to project managers on public communications, community outreach and media relations as well as coordinates and executes special events, public hearings, social media activity and market research. We are seeking an individual who is ready to support unique communications needs by developing tailored strategies and tactics that get results. We want strong writers and researchers – those who enjoy jumping in and learning everything they can about a client or project.

Southwest Strategies Group is focused on building leaders in our industry and community. Our group of companies is comprised of award-winning institutions across the state: BergDavis Public Affairs, ColLAborate, Katz & Associates, Kiterocket, and Southwest Strategies. With nearly 100 professionals with diverse backgrounds and experience and offices across the state, our team is uniquely positioned to meet stakeholders where they are. We approach every project as a trusted partner, leveraging our decades of expertise to provide custom strategies that help our clients get results.

Position:

 Location and Travel:  Roles hired in San Francisco operate on a hybrid schedule, with 2-3 days onsite in the San Francisco office. Travel is required up to 15-20% of the time. This role will include early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required.  

Salary Range: $59,000-$69,000 (non-exempt, hourly)

Responsibilities:

• Develop a deep understanding of the client’s project(s) and daily operations to support the development and execution of communications and public engagement plans
• Lead or support client communications efforts, including tours, community presentations, and public updates
• Participate in internal strategy meetings to align on client goals and messaging
• Draft, edit, and maintain project documentation such as meeting agendas, website content, stakeholder databases, and project files
• Partner with clients to create compelling content for social media, websites, advertising, videos, presentations, and collateral, aligning with the overall communications strategy
• Collaborate with internal and client-side creative teams on the design and production of communication materials
• Plan, coordinate, and staff public meetings, special events, tours, and workshops—including outreach, vendor coordination, setup, facilitation, and breakdown
• Manage advisory or community committee processes, including research, administration, documentation, and event support
• Respond to stakeholder inquiries and conduct outreach activities such as canvassing and field engagement
• Track and report on media coverage, stakeholder engagement, and social media performance to guide planning and measure impact
• Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including community members, partners, and public officials
• Support business development by identifying opportunities for expanding client services
• Perform additional responsibilities as required

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with opportunities for growth
• Benefits including comprehensive medical care, flexible spending accounts, paid time off and profit sharing
• Opportunities to work on impactful projects that affect the future of our state
• Opportunities to engage with some of the region's most influential stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public relations or related field
• 1+ years' previous Public Relations or Community Relations experience required
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred