Sachs Media is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Account Executive to lead strategic communications initiatives across a portfolio of accounts, with a strong focus on clean energy issues. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for clients, often interfacing directly with senior leadership, and will be responsible for advancing public affairs priorities that support clean energy policy and awareness.

The ideal candidate will bring experience and a demonstrated passion for clean energy issues, along with strong media relationships in the Midwest region. This position typically reports to a Director-level or Vice President-level leader and requires at least five years of relevant experience in public relations, public affairs, or a related field. Agency experience is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, leading day-to-day communications and ensuring alignment with their goals and expectations
• Develop and execute strategic communications plans, messaging, and campaigns with a focus on clean energy, sustainability, and related public policy
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers, with a preference for those in the Midwest and clean energy media
• Proactively pitch and secure earned media coverage at the local, state, and national levels
• Write and edit press releases, op-eds, talking points, and other content with clarity and precision
• Identify and promote opportunities for thought leadership, expert commentary, and brand visibility
• Plan and manage media events, press conferences, and public announcements
• Coordinate with internal teams on creative, web, social media, and advertising projects.
• Manage, mentor, and guide account teams to ensure quality control, timely deliverables, and strategic execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, political science, or a related field
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience, preferably in clean energy, environmental policy, state government, nonprofit/associations, or related sectors
• Passion for clean energy and demonstrated experience working on clean energy or sustainability issues
• Strong media relationships and proven ability to secure impactful coverage, with a preference for experience working with Midwest media outlets
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strategic thinker with a proven ability to navigate fast-paced, evolving situations
• Experience in crisis communications and issues management
• Leadership and team management experience are strongly preferred
• Location in the Midwest is preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with single coverage
• Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts (HSA or FSA options)
• 401(k) with company match, available after 90 days of employment
• Life insurance is equal to one year of your annual salary
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Ten paid holidays, plus the week of December 24 through January 1
• Opportunity to end workday at 2:00 PM every Friday
• Paid birthday holiday and personal day
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus
• Up to $1,000 annually for professional certifications
• Annual work-from-home stipend
• Flexible schedules and remote work options
• Supportive, family-oriented workplace culture

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Remote (Midwest preferred)

Travel: Approximately 10 percent, as needed

Sachs Media is an equal opportunity employer.