About this role
Position SummaryThe Account Coordinator position is a role that exposes emerging talent to the foundational aspects of public relations and communications at Pinkston. This position has a unique focus on supporting faith-based non-profit organizations. An Account Coordinator’s primary responsibilities include interacting with the media, building media lists, pitching to and working with members of the press through written and verbal communication, as well as staying updated on current events and relevant news. Account Coordinators assist as needed with writing press releases and other written materials for clients.
Additional Details
Status: Non-exempt SalariedWork Location: Falls Church, VirginiaTravel: 0-5%Reports to: Heather Cirmo, Vice President, Public Relations
Role Responsibilities
Create and maintain lists of media contactsPrepare new angles for pitching based on the relevant news cyclePitch stories to media contacts by email, social media, and phoneSecure interviews and media opportunitiesEdit and assist with press releases and other written materialsOrganize and track client media interactionsSustain awareness of various media platforms and understand audience profilesBuild relationships with media contacts Requirements
Skills & QualificationsRequired
Undergraduate degree or relevant experience in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism, or a related fieldComfortable working with a broad range of clients, including faith-oriented or Christian non-profits and other religious organizations.Strong research, writing, and editing skillsRobust interpersonal skills and demonstrated interest in working with clientsAbility to adapt to change and meet deadlinesProfessional demeanorAlignment with Pinkston’s guiding principlesPreferred
1-2 years of relevant communications and/or marketing experiencePublic relations or communications internship experiencePublic speaking experiencePrevious communications work with non-profits and/or faith-based organizationsCulture
Possesses a sense of tenacity in all tasks; seeks to push through challenges and ensure excellence in deliverablesCommitment to excellence and drive to exceed expectationsSeeks to see the broader story of client work and understand how individual work contributes to a greater narrativePossesses a collaborative spirit, values teamwork, and has a strong ability to give and receive feedback and instructionAwareness of how actions impact internal organization and external stakeholders
Who We ArePinkston is a full-service branding, marketing, and communications agency offering integrated public relations, creative, digital, and research services to transform companies and organizations. As an outcome-driven agency, Pinkston is committed to delivering customized, strategic solutions that drive real-world impact.
Benefits
Pinkston offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes company-sponsored health, dental, and vision plans accompanied by employer-funded life insurance, HRA, and short-term disability plan. Optional long-term disability and additional Life Insurance are also available. Pinkston provides a 401k retirement plan and contributes to each employee’s retirement annually, regardless of employee participation.
At Pinkston, we believe great things happen when people come together and are committed to building a collaborative in-person work environment. Pinkston is also committed to a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexibility through an innovative hybrid work model that gives team members the opportunity to work from home up to 30% of the time. Pinkston provides generous holiday and vacation policies, paid parental leave, and an additional week of paid “volunteer time off” to encourage employees to invest time in a 501C non-profit of their choice.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pinkston is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Pinkston makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.