About the Job

Cinch PR is a San Francisco-based strategic communications agency specializing in both emerging and established brands in the travel and hospitality, food and beverage, and consumer lifestyle spaces.

The ideal Account Executive candidate will have a minimum of 3+ years of public relations experience, with prior agency experience required. The candidate should be a strategic thinker and proactive problem-solver with strong client relationship skills and a proven track record in media relations. Experience in event planning, brand partnerships, influencer management, and social media is essential. The candidate should demonstrate exceptional writing abilities, established media connections across the Bay Area and national lifestyle outlets, and the ability to independently lead multiple accounts while driving creative solutions and contributing to agency growth.

The Account Executive will serve as the primary support or lead on a portfolio of 4-6 client accounts, owning day-to-day strategy and execution while managing and mentoring junior team members. This individual will lead media and influencer relations efforts across all assigned accounts, contribute to new business development, and play an active role in shaping agency culture and capabilities. The Account Executive will receive professional development through Cinch PR’s leadership-driven mentorship program and have ongoing opportunities to collaborate directly with senior leadership. Travel and evening or weekend work required on occasion.

• Exceptional team player with a self-starter attitude and strategic mindset.
• 3-4 years of relevant agency experience with a lifestyle PR focus.
• Established relationships with Bay Area and national lifestyle, travel, food & beverage, and consumer media.
• Broad range of knowledge across strategic communications disciplines including media relations, event planning, strategic partnerships, social media, and issues management.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills; demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with team members, clients, and media.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to independently manage client expectations and agency resources.
• Proactive approach to identifying opportunities and heading off potential challenges before they arise.
• Confident leading client meetings, presentations, and communications with minimal oversight.
• Ability to adapt to different management styles and work effectively across teams.
• Makes realistic, workable commitments and follows through consistently.
• Reputation for professionalism and integrity.
• "No drama" attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of the consumer and the hospitality marketplace.

Cinch Benefits:

• Beautiful office in the heart of San Francisco’s charming Jackson Square neighborhoodCompetitive salariesMonthly technology stipend.
• Generous PTO, including mental health and additional work-from-home days.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k program
• Work from home on Thursdays and Fridays.
• Summer Fridays
• Paid employee sabbatical program upon the five-year anniversary.
• Monthly and quarterly team-building programs, including happy hours, industry and client events, and off-site activities.
• Dog-friendly office.

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