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OverviewPublic Relations Account Executive Technology PracticeCurrent OrganizationNavigate Communication is a highly specialised communications firm based in Melbourne and Sydney, Australia that practices in digital communications, media relations, public relations, regulatory relations, investor communication, and crisis communications. The firm specialises in working with challenger companies that are agile and compete against large incumbent firms. The firm''s strategies focus on utilising communications activities to achieve a desired commercial outcome or to remake a market environment through digital, regulatory, political or media driven influence.You areAn inspired, driven and creative individual who believes in providing outstanding customer experiences and service and comes to work energised and ready to carry that spirit of doing excellent work on behalf of clients. You appreciate the opportunity to work with people who encourage, challenge, and support one another to do their best work. You are also a self-starter, capable of working in a high-growth, fun and very fluid environment, and you are passionately interested in how technology can drive societal and economic change. You are also a storyteller who can explain complex ideas in simple, newsworthy ways.BenefitsAttractive, market competitive remuneration packageClient outcome focused culture no overburdened bureaucracySelf-starter supportive environmentMentoring and career guidance from some of Australia''s most experienced and successful communications specialistsTrusted environment with a knowledge sharing environmentResponsibilities (Essential Functions)Essential functions as defined are illustrative only and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by this role. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:Write press releases, news stories, articles, case studies and product piecesCommunicate press releases and feature ideas by phone or email to national, regional and trade journalists, across print, broadcast and online, to interest them in our clients'' stories and newsRespond to phone calls and emails from journalistsArrange interviews and editorial meetings with key journalists for clients'' spokespeople in person or over the phone and facilitate these meetings where appropriateMonitor media coverage and report results to the wider team and clientsAttend client events and industry conferencesWork with clients on content and execution of their social media profiles to enhance and amplify their content and newsGenerate and deliver analytics reports on media coverage for clients and competitors, social media impact, website traffic, engagement and other quantitative impacts of communications activitiesBrainstorm and develop cut-through ideas for communications campaigns and executionWrite newsworthy opinion pieces/by liners for technology publications and meet client deadlinesExcellent written communication skills essentialLeadership, Teamwork and Personal SkillsMust be a confident communicator and presenterMust possess excellent verbal and written communication skillsMust possess excellent organizational and planning skillsHave a full understanding of media needs and media relationshipsBe proactive, reliable, responsible and accurate with attention to detailPossess the ability to keep information confidentialTactical understanding of all primary social media platformsAbility to work in time sensitive environments and under deadline pressureA wide degree of creativity and latitudeSelf-motivated with a positive and professional approach to managementStrong teamwork skillsDesirable: understanding of the Australian technology landscape (e.g., cloud, service provider markets, networking infrastructure, IT security)EducationBachelor''s degree or equivalent in Marketing, Commerce, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or Communications.Past ExperiencePast experience in technology, journalism, sales, internal/external communications/digital or marketing highly desirable. The role will involve working with several of the firm''s technology clients in an assistant account director role or account director capacity.Remuneration and Career PathMarket competitive compensation and bonus programs. Navigate is a boutique agency, and a pathway to partnership for the right candidate is possible.Work LocationSydney or MelbourneThe big story today is ex-Victorian Premier Dan Andrews joining China'' ... Show moreHousing ''toxicity'', a bunch of exclusives and some ''useful idiots'', pl ... Show moreKBI.Media''s Destination Cyber podcast is back for a second season with ... Show moreTrue Crime has a massive following and ABC journalist Jordan Bissell w ... Show moreNeo-Nazis are still in the news as the PM is asked to clarify migratio ... Show more #J-18808-Ljbffr