Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop business media campaigns impacting trade and business stories
• Manage media outreach and relationship-building with reporters across business, tech, trade, and consumer publications.
• Alongside the Senior Director of Communications, craft foundational materials including press releases, presentations, bios, internal communications, talking points, statements, pitches, etc.
• Pitch, secure, prep and staff executives at key industry events, including speaking opportunities.
• Write and craft remarks and speeches.
• Track all company speaking opportunities – from greenlight to prep; curate external speaking opportunities for major industry events in a handful of key subject areas.
• Investigate and manage submissions for awards and special issues
• Work with key executives on trend stories and company spotlights, including prep, talking points, and coaching.
• Assist Internal Communications with executive support

Requirements

• 5+ years of media relations, corporate communications, or related experience.
• Established relationships with media across business, technology, and trade publications.
• Familiarity with anime, pop culture, and the broader entertainment landscape.
• Experience working closely with C-suite executives and senior leaders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong judgment and professionalism.
• Proactive and resourceful, with creative problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate issues before they arise.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.