Entry-Level PR & Communications Specialist

Atom; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Atom.com is seeking an entry-level PR & Communications Specialist to support media outreach, organize lists, and assist with product launches and brand storytelling. You will work closely with the marketing and leadership team in a fast-moving startup environment.

This role is ideal for someone early in their PR career with exposure to media outreach or writing, who is highly organized and eager to learn. You will track outreach, coordinate campaigns, and contribute to Atom's domain marketplace

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in PR, communications, or journalism.
• Exposure to media outreach, pitching, or content creation through an internship, agency, or in-house role.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Comfortable working in Google Sheets and Docs, and highly organized.
• Interest in startups, tech, or branding.
• Willingness to learn, take feedback, and execute consistently.

Responsibilities

• Media List Building: Research journalists and outlets across business, tech, and startup media; maintain lists; segment by topic and campaign.
• Outreach Support: Send pitches using templates; track outreach activity and journalist responses; ensure timely follow-ups.
• Press Materials: Update press releases, pitch templates, and briefing documents; provide light writing/editing support.
• Campaign Execution: Coordinate media outreach around product launches and announcements; assist with scheduling and logistics.
• Tracking & Reporting: Maintain spreadsheets tracking outreach activity and coverage; log responses and placements.

Skills

Media outreach

Press writing

Journalism exposure

Organization

Startup interest

Tools

Google Sheets

Google Docs

Job description

Atom.com is seeking an entry-level PR & Communications Specialist to support media outreach, organize lists, and assist with product launches and brand storytelling. You will work closely with the marketing and leadership team in a fast-moving startup environment.

This role is ideal for someone early in their PR career with exposure to media outreach or writing, who is highly organized and eager to learn. You will track outreach, coordinate campaigns, and contribute to Atom's domain marketplace