Director, Media Relations

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Founder as SISU and join the West Coast office
• Develop and implement media relations strategies for clients.
• Pitch stories to journalists and editors
• Secure media placements for clients in top-tier publications, podcasts, events, TV, etc., across tech and finance sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and editors.
• Monitor media coverage of clients and provide feedback.
• Support content creation, especially across social media (LinkedIn, X, and Instagram).
• Think through how media can be distributed to elevate a company or firm's brand presence.

Requirements

• Existing media relationships. You’re deeply embedded in the tech press landscape and have many close contacts.
• Fluency in tech, finance, VC, and startups . Deep understanding and keen interest in the technology landscape, startup operations, venture capital, and financial analysis.
• Strategic tactician. Ability to see the big picture, anticipate challenges, and develop innovative solutions while also executing them.
• Exceptional communicator. Outstanding written and verbal skills; able to distill complex ideas into clear, persuasive narratives for diverse audiences.
• Media sponge. Proven track record of tracking the changing landscape and getting press results - whether traditional media, new media, or other emerging platforms.
• Entrepreneurial spirit. Proactive self-starter who thrives in ambiguity, adapts quickly, and is energized by the pace and unpredictability of startup life. Willingness to work odd hours, but with high autonomy.

Preferred

• Founders
• Investors
• Executive teams
• No task is too small” mentality
• High judgment
• Consistently proactive
• A heat-seeking missile for problems; solving problems before they’re brought up to you; bringing solutions instead of problems
• Curiosity - excitement to be exposed to a new field (tech narrative) and how it can be adapted across sectors and mediums

Benefits

• Hybrid role in San Francisco
• Competitive salary, based on experience
• 401K + match
• Healthcare/vision/dental
• Discretionary bonus