Account Executive/Senior Account Executive - Half Street Group

Half Street Group

, one of Rhode Island’s fastest growing strategic communications and public relations agencies, is searching for an Account Executive to support its public relations practice.

Half Street Group brings a new generation’s perspective to leadership communications and strategic public relations. We help organizations and leaders take control of their own stories and manage their reputations. We get results for our clients by focusing on audience, message, and culture and leveraging our decade-long relationship with media and opinion leaders in the Ocean State and throughout New England.

The Account Executive/Senior Account Executive will have a proven track record of generating earned media and executing against a strategic communications plan. The Account Executive/Senior Account Executive has a client-facing role in our agency and they will show an ability to present ideas in a professional manner.

Half Street has an office on South Main Street in Downtown Providence steps from Plant City and the Michael Van Leesten Memorial Pedestrian Bridge and offers employees hybrid work options.

To apply, please email a copy of your resume and a brief cover email to jobs@halfstreetgroup.com or apply through LinkedIn

Applications without a cover email will not be considered.

Experience and Education Requirements

• Four to seven-plus years of experience in public relations, communications, or related fields.

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Experience working with or in the nonprofit, governmental, or political sectors preferred.

• Agency experience is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Media Relations and Storytelling

  The Account Executive will research, write, and prepare media materials, including press releases, media kits, and talking points. They will provide clients with prep and support prior to, during, and after interviews. They will craft and pitch compelling stories to reporters, editors, and news desks to secure earned media coverage while monitoring media trends to identify opportunities for client storytelling and real-time engagement. They will develop compelling earned and owned media campaigns.

  
  

• Content Creation and Strategy

  This role involves developing engaging content tailored to diverse audiences and platforms, including op-eds, social media posts, email campaigns, and blog articles. The Account Executive will also manage and maintain client social media calendars, ensuring alignment with broader campaign goals.

  
  

• Client Engagement and Project Management

  The Account Executive will serve as a primary point of contact for clients, preparing for and leading client meetings with professionalism and strategic insights. They will collaborate with the Account Director to manage projects and campaigns, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within budget.

  
  

• Event Planning and Community Engagement

  Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and staffing events such as press conferences, community outreach initiatives, and panel discussions. The role also involves organizing and executing community engagement activities to build client relationships and visibility.

  
  

• Metrics and Reporting

  The Account Executive will analyze campaign performance metrics to evaluate effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. They will prepare regular client reports showcasing key accomplishments, media coverage, and campaign impact.

  
  

• Media and Industry Expertise

  Staying informed on emerging trends in public relations, communications, and organic marketing is essential. The Account Executive will demonstrate fluency with media monitoring and tracking tools such as Meltwater, Cision, Sprout Social, and similar platforms.

  
  

• Spokesperson Duties

  On occasion, the Account Executive may represent clients as an on-the-record spokesperson, with prior client approval.

  
  

• Collaboration and Growth

  The role includes mentoring junior team members and fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment.

  
  

Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on client needs and campaign scopes.

Skills and Expertise

• Exceptional Writing and Editing Skills

  Candidates must demonstrate a proven ability to craft compelling content in varied voices and formats, tailored to diverse audiences and platforms.

  
  

• Strategic Planning and Execution

  Applicants should have experience planning and executing short-, medium-, and long-term communications and PR campaigns that achieve measurable results.

  
  

• Media and Audience Expertis

  e: The ideal candidate will exhibit strong media literacy and a deep understanding of the Rhode Island and southern New England media landscape. Expertise in pitching to and building relationships with journalists, influencers, and other key stakeholders is essential.

• Digital Fluency

  Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace is required. Familiarity with design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite is a plus. Experience with media monitoring platforms (e.g., Meltwater, Cision, or TVEyes) and social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) is highly valued. Knowledge of analytics platforms like Google Analytics or Sprout Social will be considered an asset.

  
  

• Analytical and Metrics-Driven Approach

  Candidates should demonstrate the ability to track, analyze, and report on media coverage and campaign performance, using data to drive decisions and recommendations.

  
  

• Adaptability and Creativity

  The role requires a knack for creative problem-solving and the ability to pivot strategies as needed to meet client objectives in dynamic environments.

  
  

• Collaborative Mindset

  Strong interpersonal skills are essential, with the ability to work seamlessly in a team-oriented setting, mentor junior staff, and liaise effectively with clients.

  
  

• Commitment to Diversity and Social Responsibility

  Familiarity with crafting inclusive messaging and an understanding of how diversity, equity, and inclusion principles can enhance client campaigns is highly valued.

  
  

Half Street Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance offered to all full-time employees on first day of employment. 

• 401K/Roth IRA with a company safe harbor match offered to all full-time employees after 90 days of service.

• We recognize all state and federal holidays. We also offer “Half-Day Summer Fridays” and a soft-close in late December.

• Paid vacation and personal days for all full-time employees.

• Generous parental leave policy.

• Hybrid work environment (typically two days remote per week; three days in office)

Half Street Vision Statement

Half Street Group strives to maintain a reputation as a diverse and inclusive workplace that prioritizes belonging and acceptance. We aspire to be the state’s leading public relations, public affairs, and content strategy agency. Our agency provides a model of best and replicable PR practices for fail-fast and impact-minded leaders.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Half Street believes that diverse groups generate better and more engaged strategies. We actively oppose discrimination on the basis of race, gender identity or expression, sexuality, religion, age, physical ability or military service. We aim to secure and maintain a reputation as a diverse and inclusive workplace that prioritizes belonging and acceptance.

Research shows that women and applicants of color are often less likely to apply for positions where they do not have all the requisite experience. If this job is appealing to you and if it’s a role that offers you an opportunity for growth, we want to hear from you even if your resume isn’t a perfect match on paper.