Associate at Riff City Strategies | California, MO | $65K/yr – $69K/yr

Riff City Strategies

Associate

California, MO (Remote)

$65K/yr – $69K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 6 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own media relations and storytelling for climate and mission-driven tech, coordinating outreach, material creation, and client reporting to drive coverage.

Pitch top reporters and manage community outreach for multiple clients
Build media lists, craft press materials, and draft blog posts, newsletters, and thought leadership pieces
Support client team workstreams with agendas, recaps, and coverage reporting

Job Description

Responsibilities

Get to know our clients inside and out — their mission, products, challenges, and the people and trends shaping their industries
Pitch media and conduct community outreach on behalf of clients
Build and maintain media lists for multiple clients
Draft a wide variety of communications materials (press releases, pitches, statements, blog posts, newsletters, thought leadership pieces, etc.)
Support management of client teams through drafting agendas, recaps, and coverage reports
Monitoring news trends
Conduct miscellaneous research for clients as needed
Provide general business support, which could include updating the Riff City Strategies' website, drafting newsletters, posting to company’s social channels or contributing to new business efforts

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in public relations, public affairs, or corporate communications, with a proven track record of success in media relations and storytelling
Exceptional media relations – comfortable and confident pitching compelling stories directly to top-tier reporters
Passionately storyteller dedicated to amplifying the voices of organizations advancing climate action, social justice, and mission-driven technology
Highly organized with excellent prioritization and time management abilities to efficiently handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated and adaptable with strong initiative to take ownership of tasks while being receptive to feedback and guidance
Top-notch research, proofreading, writing, and editing skills that ensure accuracy and clarity in all communications
Outgoing, personable, and generally nice ! We like to have fun and get into good trouble!
Proficiency with digital tools , including G Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with an openness to learning new platforms as needed
Note: While remote, we are specifically looking for CA-based applicants

Preferred

Existing media contacts/relationships
2+ years of PR/agency experience

Benefits

Healthcare
Personal development stipend for business
Internet and phone reimbursement
401(k) with matching
Quarterly profit sharing
Half-day Fridays every other week during the summer + more

Riff City Strategies

Riff City Strategies is one of the country’s top mission-driven communications firms, working at the intersection of climate, emerging technology, and social justice. Named “Small Organization of the Year” by PRWeek’s Purpose Awards and one of Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies, we help leaders build trust, credibility, and momentum.We’ve helped startups grow into national brands and supported major companies in moments of transformation — from launching Sam Altman’s World in the U.S., a privacy-first platform distinguishing humans from AI, to leading communications for Mercedes-Benz’s U.S. High-Power Charging Network, expanding access to clean transportation.“As a repeat (2x!) customer of Riff, I can attest to their hustle and creativity in bringing stories to life for organizations at the intersection of humanity and technology.” — Rebecca Hahn, Chief Communications Officer, Tools for Humanity & World“More than a PR firm, they are an incredible team focused on building the future of clean transportation.” — Andrew Cornelia, CEO, Mercedes-Benz High-Power ChargingWe’ve exposed injustice and advanced critical reforms for our communities and our country — from securing historic changes to the military justice system to elevating Urban Alchemy’s community-driven public safety model. Our team is trusted to navigate urgent, complex narratives and deliver outcomes that help shift public debate and policy — from sexual violence and racial bias to housing and homelessness.“Riff City brought the epidemic of injustice in the military out of the shadows and into the national spotlight.” — Col. Don Christensen (ret.), former Chief Prosecutor, U.S. Air ForceEight years in, we’re still doing what we set out to do: build brands and movements that matter — and move hearts, headlines, and history.

Founded in 2016

San Francisco, California, USA

16 employees (5 in marketing)

www.riffcitystrategies.com