Senior Account Executive

About the role

We are looking for a skilled communications professional to join our US team as a Senior Account Executive (SAE). SAEs have mastered the skills of an AE and have moved on to managing projects working with a high degree of independence. They have proven experience working on campaigns and programs across various disciplines and are pivotal in the bridging of planning to execution accomplishing most work with just a gut-check from managers or account leads. Both a project and emerging people manager the SAE performs day-to-day account work while beginning to oversee others work. Confident in communicating directly clients now recognize the SAE as one of the go-to on the team. An outstanding SAE is equally capable as either an independent operator or project partnerwhatever the situation calls for. Theyre comfortable initiating and owning key media and deliverables or teaming up with an AC or VP on new initiatives.

At a minimum...

- Clients trust the SAE for both strategic and tactical recommendations as well as day-to-day updates on projects they own.

- SAEs should see themselves as first line of defense when it comes to client questions and requests. Theyre learning how to manage their clients including: setting/meeting clear expectations updating clients regularly pushing back as needed and navigating challenging client situations.

- They are task masters who translate strategy into execution ensuring projects are completed on time and up to Archetype standards providing direct feedback managing up and flagging challenges and opportunities.

- At this level SAEs are strong and consistent results drivers for their teams securing regular media coverage and speaking/award opportunities while also providing strong contributions to research planning content and any other client needs with minimal oversight or revision.

- SAEs are developing the ability to assess individual and team performance and help to direct and teach junior staff.

- Learning from Account Leads SAEs take on responsibilities in strategic planning and account direction.

What Youll Need:

- 3-4 years of experience in Public Relations Communications or marketing

- Prior experience within the technology industry (consumer enterprise security etc.) preferred

- Strong writing editing research and verbal communication skills

- High attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple priorities with grace

- Positive energy a collaborative spirit and a willingness to roll up your sleeves

- Passion for technology media and the evolving communications landscape

- A bachelors degree in communications journalism marketing or related field

- A sense of humorand the grit to thrive in a fast-paced environment

- Willingness to work 2 days/week from one of our office hubs (San Francisco)

Why Outcast

A competitive compensation package including:

- Annual salary range of $ DOE

- 401k with match

- Generous employer contributions toward insurance premiums

- Paid mental health benefits

- Unlimited vacation

- 11 paid holidays plus a paid end-of-year office closure

- Paid short-term disability and extensive parental leave benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement

Who We Are:

Outcast is a strategic communications agency that helps startups and established brands shape the future through creative storytelling and data-driven strategies. With expertise across earned owned and paid media we offer services like media relations thought leadership and content development. Our US and UK hubs enable global support strengthened by our joint venture as Marker Collective and as part of the Next15 Group. We provide counsel thats impactful not just convenient guiding clients through tough challenges as dedicated partners and truth-tellers. Our valuescentered on inclusivity innovation and partnershipdrive results for brands at every stage of growth. Connect with us at to explore how we can shape your brands future.

Outcast is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a workplace where inclusivity creativity and innovation thrive. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race color national origin sex gender identity sexual orientation age disability religion veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.