At MMGY Global, we believe nothing shapes your view of the world like travel. So every day, we share our clients’ stories from a perspective that inspires people to see the world differently. Our personalized service and strategy connect media, consumers and influencers across the globe, taking people to new places and changing their views for the better. At MMGY, we inspire people to go places.
We have an immediate opening for a Senior Account Executive, PR in our Austin, TX office.
DO YOU LOVE TO TRAVEL? If you are looking for a PR agency home where your career path is our priority, let’s talk. At MMGY, keeping our executives engaged and fulfilled is just as important as keeping our clients happy. From global hotel & resort brands to cruise lines, trains, tour operators and destinations around the world, we have an exciting roster of clients for which we are seeking a talented SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE at our AUSTIN office. If you are outgoing, energetic, innovative, resourceful and love to write, then this job is for you.
The Senior Account Executive role would entail storytelling via pitch and press release writing; creative development of packages, promotions, events and partnerships; arranging interviews and landing thought leadership pieces; coordinating and hosting press trips; and more.
Looking for leadership and/or community engagement opportunities? You can also join our Culture Crew and Employee Resource Groups.
With industry-leading benefits and a hybrid telework policy, we have half-day Summer Fridays and are closed the week between Christmas and New Year’s. Our Culture Crew throws fantastic team events and we have a robust training program. After two years, we offer generous anniversary travel benefits because we want our employees to see the world - and help pay for it. Plus, the more business trips you take, the more Road Warrior benefits you receive to buy upgrades, lounge passes and more. Yes, work/life balance is a real focus for us.
Is this you?
● BA/BS college degree in communications or journalism and 3-5 years PR/related experience with direct travel and lifestyle client background preferred
● A strong network of high-level print, digital and broadcast media contacts
● Sharp pitching and networking skills
● Proficient writing
● Self-starting and hands-on
● Organized and thoughtful
● Superior people skills
● Problem solving techniques
● Savvy client counsel
● Creative thinking skills
● Enjoys working with and mentoring others
● Finally, a zest for storytelling and a love for travel are musts!
MMGY Global provides a comprehensive PTO + benefits package that includes a hybrid telework policy. Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa. MMGY Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Who Are We? We’re a travel-obsessed collective of more than 600 people across the country and around the globe. And when we say we inspire people to go places, we mean ALL people. That’s why we’re focused on nurturing a workforce that is representative of the places we visit.
Skills Required
- BA/BS degree in communications or journalism
- 3-5 years of PR or related experience
- Direct travel and lifestyle client experience
- Strong network of high-level print, digital, and broadcast media contacts
- Strong pitching and networking skills
- Proficient writing skills
- Self-starting and hands-on approach
- Strong organizational and thoughtful working style
- Superior people skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Client counseling ability
- Creative thinking skills
- Interest in working with and mentoring others
- Zest for storytelling and love of travel
What We Do
MMGY Global bring insight, execution and measurability unmatched in the travel industry.
