Account Coordinator

We are seeking an ambitious, hardworking account coordinator to grow with our team. The Wilbert Group is a full-service public relations, digital media and content firm based in Atlanta with a national reach. We work with clients in real estate, professional services, retail, the nonprofit sector and other industries. 

The ideal candidate has a degree in PR or a related field, some entry-level PR experience and a readiness to play a support role on client accounts. We are looking for someone who is a strong writer, understands how to pitch the media, knows how to juggle multiple tasks, has the ability and willingness to quickly learn our clients’ businesses and enjoys being part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Write first drafts of media alerts, press releases and other PR materials 
• Utilize Muckrack and other search tactics to build media lists with the right publications and reporters
• Adopt internal processes, including time tracking
• Help pitch the media and begin to build relationships with journalists 
• Take thorough notes and update project trackers before client calls
• Create monthly coverage reports using our tools/software
• Learn our clients’ businesses and read the news that’s important to them
• Join client calls and contribute in a meaningful way to each account
• Monitor the news and industry trends that impact our clients

Benefits and perks of working at Wilbert include:

• A hybrid schedule with three days in our Buckhead Atlanta office and two days work from home (Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
• Competitive benefits package including insurance coverage and 401K match
• Generous vacation days + four personal days to be used for non-company holidays, mental health days or whatever is important to you
• $100 monthly stipend to spend on whatever wellness means to you (gym memberships, massages, national park passes, you name it)
• Professional development opportunities such as in-house learning programs and budget for external conferences and training
• Office closed the week between Christmas and New Year’s
• Summer Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day 
• Office beer fridge, snacks, ping pong table, company fun outings and great coworkers

We’d love to hear from you if you think Wilbert could be the place for you. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to careers@thewilbertgroup.com.