Ready to make an impact — and have the most fun of your career? 

Welcome to DH — a public relations, advertising and branding agency committed to making the communities we serve more connected, prosperous, just, safe, healthy and joyous. 

We work with a diverse list of organizations across Northwest and beyond, including clients in health care, consumer brands, government, non-profits and more. Our team of 32 consists of brand strategists, public affairs professionals, designers and copywriters — not to mention indie authors, paddle boarders, wood workers, painters and freestyle rappers. Because that part of life is just as important as work. 

DH is committed to diversity. We foster a culture of inclusivity and respect, encouraging and supporting employees as they bring their whole, authentic selves to our work. Our diverse identities, perspectives and experiences make us better problem-solvers and communicators — making our work more impactful. Culture drives the work we do — and it builds lifelong friendships.  

Our headquarters sits in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Spokane, Washington enjoys four beautiful seasons, rich cross-sections of culture, and an affordable, caring community to raise families. 

We’re committed to making DH a place where people can create the best work of their careers, and to make a positive impact on the world. If that sounds like a good fit to you, read on.  

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

An Account Executive is the DH backbone. A detail wrangler. An organizer. A communications zealot.  This person plans, coordinates and directs public relations, communication and marketing strategies for a range of accounts. Serves as a proactive leader on assigned accounts, providing direction and counsel to other members of the team. Responsible for supporting new business development efforts and representing DH in the community.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

Account Management:

• Plan, coordinate and direct integrated communication strategy, tactics and deliverables
• Co-lead/manage smaller internal account teams by making assignments, setting deadlines and monitoring budget and workflow
• Help determine marketing strategy and budgets utilizing knowledge of integrated public relations, communications and marketing models 
• Vendor coordination with graphic designers, web programmers, photographers, media buyers, freelance consultants, marketing partners, etc.
• Develop proposals and budgets
• Effectively utilize agency tools to manage agile workflow and budgets
• Analyze research data to identify trends and key findings
• In partnership with senior team members, serve as primary contact with client
• Conduct market research
• Purchase and produces media
• Assist on other accounts as required
• Deliver high quality, error-free work
• Participate in local public speaking opportunities and presentations
• Basic understanding of integrated communication strategies
• Basic understanding and proficiency in a broad range of client services 

Leadership:

• Understand how to effectively communicate and work with a variety of learning styles
• Adhere to industry and professional code of ethics (PRSA)
• Bring new ideas and best practices to the firm
• Solid expertise in time management
• Work independently and as a team
• Participate in key initiatives that will better the firm
• Begin to develop relationships with community members

Professional/Business Development:

• Support firm business development efforts, proposal writing and new business meetings
• Attend community and professional events

Billing/Profitability:

• Manage billing and workflow planning on accounts you lead or substantially support
• Manage account profitability in collaboration with account lead 

MEASUREABLES

• 65% of time spent performing billable work
• Maintain 10% or less in write-offs on all accounts
• Demonstrate mastery of tactical development across integrated communication and research strategies
• Consistently meet internal and external account deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to bring new ideas in the development of account strategy
• Demonstrate the ability to lead projects and/or accounts under $10,000, including client relationship, strategy development, budget, timeline and execution

EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, advertising or a related field

Interested? Please send along your resume and a link to your portfolio or writing samples. If you do not have an online portfolio, please combine your resume and all of your materials into one pdf and attach.