The Ride Platform - PR & Communications Manager

Austin, TX (On-site)

$95K/yr – $115K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Translate complex mobility tech into clear storytelling and executive point of view while owning global media relations, brand narratives, and cross-brand storytelling across regions.

  • Lead cross-market planning and executive storytelling to drive visibility and reputation.
  • Turn technical product innovation into compelling narratives for members, media, and industry.
  • Oversee agencies, earned media, and award submissions to ensure consistent, high impact execution.

Job Description

Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the development of the communications strategy for The Ride Platform's product and technology portfolio, driving narrative development and execution across product tests, feature releases, and innovation milestones
  • Translate complex product innovation and technical advancements into clear, compelling narratives for members, media and industry stakeholders
  • Lead global communications planning and alignment across regional teams to ensure consistent messaging and execution across key markets
  • Manage agency partners and external vendors, ensuring best-in-class execution and creativity
  • Pitch and land earned media across tech, business, and trade outlets, and build real relationships with the reporters who cover our space
  • Develop executive thought leadership: bylines, op-eds, LinkedIn posts, conference talks, and briefing docs that give our leaders a clear point of view
  • Prep executives for interviews, podcasts, and speaking slots, including the briefing materials and Q&A behind them
  • Own award submissions and speaking opportunities that build our reputation as a tech and innovation company
  • Track coverage and the media landscape, and report back on what's working and what to do next
  • Connect stories across two or more brands so corporate moments pull through the whole portfolio
Responsibilities
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Outdoorsy

The Outdoorsy Group is a travel and hospitality company that integrates marketplace technology, insurance, and real estate to create unforgettable outdoor experiences.We're on a mission to restore people's relationship with the outdoors and each other by solving foundational human problems and creating lasting memories through exceptional outdoor experiences.Our lines of business include:Outdoorsy.com, the world's leading outdoor travel marketplace. We connect guests with P2P RV rentals and professionalized businesses offering RVs and campgrounds. We operate globally in 14 countries, with North America as our strategic focus.Our insurance company Roamly.com provides specialty insurance solutions, ensuring peace of mind. Roamly's AI-driven enterprise platform also supports other marketplaces.Outdoorsy Stays owns and operates campgrounds and glamping sites in iconic locations, providing exclusive experiences and seamless integration with Outdoorsy.com.

Founded in 2015
Austin, Texas, USA
236 employees (29 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
823.6K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$254.9K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
48%
Direct
44.1%
Referral
5.3%
Social
1%
Paid
1.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~234

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
22 (9% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
4

Funding

Total Funding
$195.1M
Last Raise
$30M
Series D, 5 years ago

Funding History

  • Jun 2021
    Debt Financing • $30M
  • Jun 2021
    Series D • $90M
  • Jan 2019
    Series C • $50M

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