Zeno Group is the fiercely independent and global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. We bring together the boldest and brightest talent to help clients across industries and sectors unleash the power of strategic communications. Guided by our "Fearless Pursuit of the Unexpected," we push the boundaries to achieve real business value and societal impact for clients. Winner of the industry’s most coveted awards including the 2024 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Large Agency of the Year, 2023 PRWeek Purpose Agency of the Year, 2022 PRWeek Global Agency of the Year, 2022 PRovoke Best Large Agency to Work For in North America and a three-time winner of PRWeek’s Best Places to Work. Zeno has also been previously recognized by the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company.

Job Description Account Executive, Brand As an Account Executive, Brand as Zeno, you will succeed if you are courageous, media-savvy, resourceful, tenacious, and can drive great programs and results while building strong, productive relationships with your clients and team.

About The Role

• Support day-to-day client communications by building strong relationships with client and vendor contacts and proactively managing correspondence.
• Communicate proactively with account teams to ensure alignment on timelines, deliverables, and priorities.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Actively participate in brainstorms and contribute ideas to client programs and campaigns.
• Execute media relations programs spanning consumer, trade, business and vertical press including but not limited to food/beverage, lifestyle, technology, etc.
• Craft thoughtful pitch drafts and build/maintain media lists for accounts (Experience with Cision and/or Muckrack preferred).
• Research, write, draft, and edit media materials including press releases, fact sheets, pitches, message maps, and other communications materials.
• Compile, track, and report media results for clients, including managing coverage trackers.
• Support the research, development, and execution of integrated program plans.
• Assist with press conferences, events, speaker programs, and other special initiatives.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Assistant Account Executives and interns, including delegating tasks as appropriate.
• Support social media and digital efforts as part of integrated communications programs.
• Develop an understanding of client businesses including industry landscape, products and services, competitors, and target audiences.
• Understand and apply general principles of marketing, business, and the role of public relations within broader communication strategies.

About You

• 2+ years of experience in PR within an agency or similar environment
• You’re driven and detail-oriented, and you possess the ability to manage multiple priorities and successfully meet deadlines.
• People recognize your collaborative spirit, and the way you thrive in a close team environment.
• You’re organized, and you manage time effectively.
• You have demonstrated the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, “think on your feet” and respond quickly to shifting business factors.
• You love media relations and building strong relationships with reporters in the Consumer/Lifestyle/Travel vertical.
• Your writing skills are exceptional.
• You’re digitally savvy. You understand that any client program should be rounded out with social elements in today’s world.
• You are in the know about what’s happening in pop culture.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. Pay Range: $45,000 to $55,000 CAD/yr. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits. In accordance to Ontario's Employment Standards Act (ESA), salary posting ranges can not exceed a $50,000 CAD differential and are required for any role with a maximum salary below $200,000 CAD. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

About Our Benefits Healthy, happy employees make Zeno better, so we have programs that support physical, mental and financial wellness. Our culture and benefits are designed to promote flexibility, celebrate diversity and support work/life balance. We offer a variety of medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plans, as well as short and long-term disability. Our Be Kind to Your Mind program focuses on mental health, providing a paid subscription to Headspace and access to mental health providers and other services through a best-in-class employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic self to Zeno and participate in our employee resource groups which build communities for sharing and support. And while we love our work, we believe in the restorative power of time off with generous vacation, paid holidays and self-care time. Employees are supported in their pursuit of financial wellness with tuition assistance, life insurance and free access to a certified financial coach. And our unique Zeno Wellness program provides a monthly allowance to fund activities in your personal life that bring you joy and keep you healthy.