Responsibilities

• Identify and develop compelling stories from the company, from engineering breakthroughs to executive vision, and confidently pitch those stories to media.
• Write and edit high-impact content for external channels, including press releases, op-eds, media pitches, award submissions, etc.
• Build and maintain relationships with key tech, business, and trade reporters, editors, and influencers to generate positive coverage for Astroscale U.S.
• Create PR strategies and plans that align with our commercial goals; partner with the Marketing Team to develop and implement comprehensive marketing and communications strategies, campaigns, and related content.
• Working with our Engagements Manager, create pitches to secure high-profile speaking slots at major aerospace, tech, and business conferences and other events.
• Coach and prepare executives and other spokespeople for media and other external engagements.
• Protect and strengthen the company brand by developing crisis communication plans and managing sensitive situations with poise and skill.
• Coordinate with internal communications to ensure that messages inside and outside the company are well aligned and mutually reinforcing.
• Manage corporate comms contractors, PR agencies, and communications budgets to maximize ROI and effective communications.
• Track and analyze the effectiveness of communications efforts, including media monitoring; provide regular reports and insights to management.