Sr. Account Executive, Consumer PR at Salient Holdings LLC – Chicago, Illinois

About the company

Honeymoon is an agency built for momentum. We're a place for people who want to do brave work, move quickly and make ideas happen. We’re looking for teammates who combine independent thinking and vision with a commitment to hard work and driving results for our clients. In other words, we're looking for people to help us make sure the honeymoon never ends.

About the role

• We’re looking for a creative PR/communications pro who makes brands known, loved, and understood. You thrive in client service, delivery, creative collaboration, and media relations. You challenge convention, think big, and bring fresh ideas to solve client business challenges.

What we're looking for

• Entrepreneurial spirit – collaborative, flexible, innovative, and future-focused

• Problem-solving mindset – strategic, calm under pressure, able to navigate challenges big and small

• Creative energy – pop culture–savvy, marketing-obsessed, and eager to brainstorm

• Accountability & attention to detail – high standards for yourself and your team, delivering high quality results

Experience requirements

• 5-7 years PR experience (consumer focus preferred)

• National / Global agency experience is strongly preferred

• Cross-functional agency experience with national/global brands

• Multi-brand, portfolio company client experience (especially in food & beverage) is a plus

• Strong media relations skills and campaign execution experience

Core responsibilities

• Client Management – Day-to-day contact, strategic counsel, and proactive solutions
• Campaign Execution – Lead and deliver high-quality, on-time, on-budget programs with cross-functional teams
• Media Relations – Build strategies, craft and pitch stories, secure coverage, and foster media relationships
• Reporting & Insight – Measure impact, analyze results, and recommend optimizations
• Team Coaching – Mentor entry-level talent to build skills and confidence

Key skills

• Client relations • Earned media • Storytelling • Campaign measurement • Budget oversight • Vendor management • Digital/social fluency • Team coaching • Collaboration • Project Management

Our benefits

• Comprehensive health plan
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Parental and private health leave
• And more