Senior public relations manager job description

At FINN our mission is to make mobility fun and sustainable. We achieve this by offering all-inclusive, monthly car-subscriptions. For every car that our users drive, we offset their CO2 emissions. Join our movement.
Your Role

As PR Manager at FINN, you will be directly responsible for building one of the most exciting consumer brands in automotive. You love to coordinate suitable PR strategies that increase brand reputation and awareness. By continuously iterating and challenging the status quo, you develop concepts that make our brand stand out. Through outstanding communication, strong relationships with relevant media, and interdisciplinary collaboration, you will make FINN the talk of town.
Your ResponsibilitiesShape and direct an awesome brand: Develop FINN's communication strategy to build the most trusted and popular brand in on-demand car ownership. Coordinate PR activities: Track, develop and implement public relations strategies that contribute to a clean and consistent external perception of our brand. Cultivate and maintain relationships: Leverage existing relationships and build new ones with journalists, opinion leaders, editorial offices, businesses and other stakeholders to enhance FINN's reputation.Proactively pitch stories to the media: Outline story concepts successfully to ensure publication and secure wide media coverage placements.Make FINN the talk of town: Collaborate with different departments to realize promotional activities and concepts that enhance brand awareness.
Your Profile Graduated top of your class with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in PR, Communication, Journalism, Marketing Management or similar. 5+ years of experience in a fast-growing startup or other high-performance environments like a top-tier agency.Experience in public relations and e-commerce; automotive industry experience a plus Versatile, curious and hungry for challenges.Proactive mindset with an ability to think outside the box and enrich the team with new, creative ideas.Outstanding communication skills - clear & concise articulation as well as strong, convincing tone through all forms of communication.Ability to respond to changing priorities in an evolving business environment and coordinate multiple projects.Genuine interest in and curiosity about the mobility industry with experience as a plus.Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
Why Work At FINN?Competitive salary with equity participation of the company Annual personal development budget of $2,000A baseline comprehensive medical insurance plan with all premiums paid by FINN. An additional 7 PPO plans are available to satisfy any specific personal circumstance (with employee contributions), including an HSA option 401(k) with match eligibility for all full-time employees You want to drive your own car with FINN? - Subscribe to a FINN car and receive a generous employee discount (subject to availability)
Interested?

Please upload your CV and transcripts online. Our hiring manager, Frank, is looking forward to your application!

Equal Opportunities for Everyone

FINN is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type relating to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We're revolutionizing car ownership by breaking down barriers to access and are committed to creating a team that is reflective of our customers. We embrace and celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Culver City,California,United States

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+ Minimum 15+ years of writing and entertainment experience at a studio, network, agency or journalism setting, and a background in communications / corporate communications.

+ Deep knowledge and understanding of the industry trends and television/film landscape.

+ Able to lead multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

+ Capable of prioritizing multiple projects and thriving in a dynamic environment.

+ Excellent social skills and attention to detail.

+ Self-starter who can demonstrate creative and critical thinking abilities and problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

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Responsible for leading and delivering of a wide range of written materials across Apple TV+ and Apple Studios film and television productions, in collaboration with the Corporate Communications and Publicity team to accomplish goals.

**Education & Experience**

A bachelor's degree is required.

**Additional Requirements**

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As the Senior Manager, Public Relations, you will be responsible for creating and executing strategies and programs that will drive positive perception and demand among top-tier, tech, industry and trade media, as well as other influential business audiences. You will use your years of experience and compelling storytelling skills to achieve great results for the company. We will equip you with the best tools in the industry to grow and develop to a level that will exceed your expectations and help you reach your career goals.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Deliver a winning PR plan and strategy for XPO's portfolio of products and services
• Manage announcements, including drafting, finalizing, routing for approval and disseminating
• Develop spokespeople to prepare messaging and delivery
• Search the organization for content to pitch to top-tier business, consumer, tech and trade media
• Work with business leaders to identify stories and data to share externally
• Position the company as a thought leader on key topics and ensure the message is delivered in a sophisticated and consistent way
• Build high-quality PR, influencer and social media content and materials

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field, or equivalent related work or military experience
• 5 years of PR experience
• Proven record in delivering measurable PR results across print, online and broadcast
• Strong knowledge of and network in the media industry; relationships with media reporters and influencers

It'd be great if you also have:

• Experience with a large global organization and strong media relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including a strong familiarity with the Associated Press writing style; ability to integrate marketing, messaging and positioning
• Top-notch media relations skills
• Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration with the ability to influence and impact results at multiple levels of the organization
• Ability to develop strategic plans and the necessary execution
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and management skills with a proactive nature and hands-on approach
• Ability to work quickly and under pressure in a real-time, global environment

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