Fiona Hutton & Associates Inc., a Los Angeles-based, issues-focused public affairs firm representing corporate, non-profit, government, trade association and political clients involved in complex and often controversial policy issues, is immediately hiring an Account Executive.

Required qualifications:

• Minimum of 2-5 years experience in public affairs; past experience in statewide political campaigns, legislative office, or public/relations affairs agency preferred
• Understanding and strong interest in California current events, editorial trends, politics and public policy
• Advanced computer skills mandatory – social media, web sites, databases, multi-media, graphics programs, etc. Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, etc
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and multitask
• Must be task-oriented, self-starter
• Must be comfortable in an extremely fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills; articulate and able to communicate clearly and effectively with external audiences
• College degree required

Primary Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all aspects of client accounts
• Create and manage contact databases
• Prepare and manage distribution of news releases, e-newsletters and other outreach materials 
• Manage web sites, including creating and uploading new written and multi-media content
• Manage social media programs, including Facebook and Twitter
• Conduct research
• Organize media clippings, monitor news coverage and distribute clip reports
• Write first drafts of press releases, news advisories, newsletters, and other advocacy materials
• Research and assist in development of planning calendars
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations
• Proofread and edit copy 
• Direct vendors/subcontractors including graphic designers
• Assist with planning press conferences and other media events
• Write monthly client activity reports and other client correspondence

Position will offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Please submit resume to cstearns@fionahuttonassoc.com. No calls please.

More information on the company can be obtained at www.fionahuttonassoc.com.

SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 01/09/11