Account Executive

We’re looking for an Account Executive who loves moving work from idea to impact. You’ll support day-to-day program execution across earned media, content, and social; build trusted client relationships; and keep projects on time, on brief, and on budget. This role is ideal for someone with 1-3 years of experience in an agency (or a similar fast-paced environment) who’s eager to deepen their craft and take on greater responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day tasks, timelines, and status updates; maintain live status docs and action logs.
• Draft clear client correspondence (recaps, agendas, next steps) with minimal edits.
• Help scope tasks, estimate hours, and track against budgets/utilization targets.
• Build accurate, segmented media and influencer lists
• Source and shape story angles; draft and personalize pitches; secure placements.
• Prepare briefing sheets, talking points, and coverage reports; coordinate interviews.
• Write and edit press releases, blogs/articles, case studies, newsletters, and social copy aligned to brand voice and basic SEO best practices (keywords, links, headlines).
• Coordinate production of simple assets with the internal creative services team.
• Manage event logistics (run of show, staffing, vendor comms) and provide on-site support for Abel and client events.
• Contribute ideas in brainstorms; proactively surface trends, cultural moments, and rapid-response opportunities.
• Assist with intern oversight, as applicable.

You’ll excel in this role by

• Consistently hits deadlines and keeping work organized with minimal reminders.
• Securing steady media wins across local, national, and trade outlets.
• Producing clean, client-ready writing that needs only light edits.
• Earning positive client feedback on responsiveness, reliability, and initiative.
• Spotting opportunities to expand programs (new angles, partnerships, or content ideas).

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1-3 years in a PR agency or communications role
• Successful experience pitching to local and national media
• Demonstrate strong writing and communication skills
• Successfully developed content for an organization’s social accounts
• Active on social media and stays up-to-date on current trends and platforms
• Previous experience interacting with clients in PR/communications setting

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume and relevant work samples to [email protected] with subject line: Account Executive Candidate.

About Us

Abel Communications fosters a collaborative and enjoyable workplace where employees are encouraged to do great work and make time for great lives. We’ve been named among Baltimore Business Journal’s Best Places to Work four times and named PRSA Maryland Team of the Year.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance, as well as a flexible work schedule. We emphasize the importance of continued professional and skill development. We close the office on Orioles Opening Day and have many outings throughout the year to foster teamwork and camaraderie. We love Baltimore, our clients, coming up with BIG ideas, and delivering amazing work.

Our business currently operates in a hybrid environment, offering employee-driven flexibility to work from wherever we are most productive.

Abel Communications respects and values diversity, and is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. Abel Communications is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.