Responsibilities

• Own the full media relations function end-to-end—strategy through execution
• Develop and drive a proactive, calendar-driven PR program aligned with product launches, company milestones, and brand priorities
• Identify and pursue compelling story angles that resonate with journalists and align with business goals
• Pitch relentlessly—leverage your relationships to secure placements in tier-1 outlets (WSJ, Forbes, TechCrunch, Bloomberg, NYT, Fast Company, etc.) and top industry trades
• Manage inbound media inquiries with speed and sound judgment
• Write and produce all media materials: press releases, pitches, media alerts, bylines, op-eds, briefing docs, talking points, and Q&As
• Brief and prep executives for interviews; provide real-time support during media engagements
• Monitor news cycles and identify rapid-response opportunities to insert our POV into relevant conversations
• Maintain and grow a robust network of journalist relationships across business, tech, and trade media
• Be the kind of PR pro who can pick up the phone and get a reporter's attention—not just send cold emails

Requirements

• 10+ years in PR/media relations, ideally a mix of agency and in-house experience
• Real, working relationships with reporters at major business and tech outlets (e.g., TechCrunch, WSJ, Forbes, relevant industry trades)
• You can do it all: write tight copy, craft compelling pitches, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results
• Proficiency with media databases (Cision, Muck Rack, etc.), monitoring tools, and Google Workspace

Preferred

• Background in B2B tech, SaaS, or enterprise software strongly preferred
• Experience with analyst relations a plus, but not required—you'll learn our program