Account Services Role: 2-4 years of experience, Chicago-based

Wye Communications (Wyecomm), a fast-growing, modern public relations agency based in Chicago, is looking to add a member to its Account Services team. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience at an agency or in-house marketing communications environment.

Your responsibilities would include:

• Researching, writing and editing materials, including communications plans, press materials, social media posts and articles
• Managing implementation of client programs and projects from concept to execution
• Driving successful media relations efforts on behalf of clients through key message development, pitching and building strong relationships with industry and national consumer media as well as influencers
• Monitoring, analyzing and reporting on client/industry related news
• Assisting clients with community management, social media engagement, content creation and digital marketing
• Interacting with clients at meetings, brainstorms and overall client service

We’d like someone who:

• Has a strong ability to organize and maintain multiple responsibilities across a variety of clients and internal initiatives
• Is able to support the development of strategic media relations plans and calendars that integrate with other account strategy, content and programs
• Demonstrates a thirst for knowledge and learning and shows continual improvement in communications skills
• Has a positive, flexible attitude that lends itself to building a growing, modern agency and effective client relations and service
• Technology industry experience a plus but not necessary

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@wyecomm.com.

Summer 2019 Account Intern

Wye Communications is seeking a motivated, energetic and highly organized individual for a full-time, three month paid summer internship in Chicago. Our intern will work with our account teams on several clients, including the execution of program tactics. We are looking for interns with strong intellectual curiosity and a desire to work hard and have fun in a collaborative environment. Marketing and communications majors in their junior or senior years of college with past internship experience are preferred. Start date is targeted for June 3, 2019.

Work Responsibilities:

• Creating and maintaining media lists and influencer outreach
• Drafting, disseminating and pitching media alerts and press releases
• Participating in and taking notes for brainstorms, project meetings and client meetings
• Creation of publicity materials and media kits
• Drafting and posting social media content
• Conducting research
• Media monitoring and reporting
• Compiling news summaries and providing general office support

Knowledge & Skills:

• Self-starter
• Strong time management and prioritization
• Ability to coordinate projects from inception to completion and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Interest in public relations, social media and technology
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Website development or graphic design experience encouraged, but not required

Education & Minimum Qualifications:

• University/college junior or graduating senior
• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, mass communications, journalism or related field
• Public relations or in-house marketing communications experience preferred

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@wyecomm.com.