Purple Is Hiring A Junior Account Executive, Beauty In New York, NY

Purple is actively seeking a bright, enthusiastic and entrepreneurial Junior Account Executive to join its thriving beauty division. This is an entry-level position.

Purple is actively seeking a bright, enthusiastic and entrepreneurial Junior Account Executive to join its thriving beauty division.

Based in Chelsea, New York, Purple represents a number of fantastic beauty brands.

This is an entry-level role and you will be a hard-working and proactive candidate with 0-2 years of experience, who is enthusiastic, works well within a team and has a passion for the beauty industry. Relevant beauty internship experience is preferred.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The right candidate will demonstrate a high degree of initiative, be results-driven and have an enthusiasm to develop within the team. They will be articulate and highly organized, possess strong communication and writing skills, be competent at media analysis, reporting and thrive on attention to detail. This role will require the right candidate to develop their media contacts and be creative in proposing ideas and initiatives to the team.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Highly organized and efficient with all tasks
Excellent time management skills and adherence to deadlines
Possess excellent team skills, working alongside junior and senior members of the team & support across all activities where needed
Manage team interns to ensure day to day operations run smoothly and PR results are delivered; while supporting them in their growth to the next level
Facilitate mailings and product send outs for press, influencers and VIPs
Manage beauty sample inventory
Manage and compile client reports and presentations – proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Photoshop preferred
Create press releases that are both visually appealing and informative
Support the team in managing and coordinating press events, new product launch events, and desksides alongside more senior staff
Drive to establish strong industry contacts with junior to mid-level beauty press, both online and in print and with key beauty bloggers
Will bring dynamic, creative insight into the agency through personal contacts network and interests

REQUIREMENTS:

0-2 years of communications & public relations experience, preferably within the beauty industry
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Team player who thrives on collaboration. Has ability and desire to interact with people at all levels
Ability to work well independently in a fast-paced environment under hard deadlines
Superior organizational and problem-solving skills
Strong working knowledge of social media platforms and print & online publications
Invested interest and knowledge of beauty and fashion industries, and stays up-to-speed on current affairs

APPLICATION PROCESS