Manager, PR and Communications

New York City, NY (On-site)

$80K/yr – $95K/yrManager4+ years expFull time

Posted 1 day ago

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Job Summary

Own and lead external and internal communications workstreams across PR, media relations, and executive and internal comms, translating complex tech and agency landscapes into clear narratives.

Drive media relations, press coverage and storytelling across launches, events and thought leadership
Coordinate executive and internal communications with cross-team partners
Lead interview prep, briefing materials and awards submissions

Job Description

Responsibilities

Partner with network agencies to draft press releases, pitch and build media lists, develop story angles and support launches (client wins, initiatives, partnerships, thought leadership)
Serve as a go-to communications liaison across teams and partner agencies, connecting stakeholders, aligning messaging and keeping PR/internal comms workstreams moving
Pitch media and support inbound opportunities; coordinate interview logistics and briefing materials
Track and report on press coverage, executive mentions, speaking opportunities and competitive/news moments
Manage awards and event submissions: calendar, requirements, writing, approvals and post-submission follow-up
Help prepare for key industry moments and events (conferences, speaking opportunities) by coordinating timelines, materials, briefing docs and follow-up
Support executive communications: talking points, Q&A, bylines
Support internal communications: network-wide updates, key announcements

Requirements

4+ years in communications/PR (in-house or agency)
Strong writing across press releases, bylines, pitches and briefing docs. You’ll be reporting to a former editor so bring your writing chops (not ChatGPTs)
Comfort working directly with C-suite and executing quickly day-to-day
Strong organization and a detail-oriented mindset (deadlines, calendars, version control, approvals)
Experience managing external partners/agencies and keeping workstreams moving
Proactive ideas, strong judgment and responsive communication
Interest in (and understanding of) technology and the advertising/agency landscape. Excel at translating complex work into clear narratives

Code and Theory

3.5 Glassdoor

Code and Theory Network is the only network with a balance of 50% creative and 50% engineers at scale. The technology-first group within Stagwell Group is built to partner with businesses to navigate the complexity of changing consumer behaviors, emerging technologies and AI. With a global footprint and the capabilities to work across the entire consumer journey, we crave the hardest problems to solve. The network includes the flagship agency Code and Theory as well as Kettle, Mediacurrent, Rhythm and Truelogic. Code and Theory clients include Amazon, JPMorgan Chase, Microsoft, MSNBC, NFL, Pfizer and Zappos. For more, visit codeandtheory.com.

Founded in 2001

New York, New York, USA

1.5K employees (256 in marketing)

www.codeandtheory.com

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