Policy Communications Specialist

Pinterest; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,710 - 166,168; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a communications specialist to enhance its policy and product strategy. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the narrative and increase awareness of the brand through effective communication with the press and external audiences. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong writing and project management skills, passionate about the tech industry and policy landscape. Join a global communications team that values creativity and collaboration, and help tell compelling stories about the positive impact of the platform. This position allows for flexibility in work arrangements, supporting a balanced work-life approach.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in policy and product communications.
• Strong writing and project management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Policy and Product Communications strategy in the US.
• Coordinate press materials and build relationships with media.

Skills

Project Management

Strong Writing Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Policy Landscape

Media Relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications

Job description

About Pinterest:

Millions of people across the world come to Pinterest to find new ideas every day. It’s where they get inspiration, dream about new possibilities and plan for what matters most. Our mission is to help those people find their inspiration and create a life they love. In your role, you’ll be challenged to take on work that upholds this mission and pushes Pinterest forward. You’ll grow as a person and leader in your field, all the while helping Pinners make their lives better in the positive corner of the internet.

Creating a life you love also means finding a career that celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences that you bring. As you read through the expectations of the position, consider how your skills and experiences may complement the responsibilities of the role. We encourage you to think through your relevant and transferable skills from prior experiences.

Our new progressive work model is called PinFlex, a term that’s uniquely Pinterest to describe our flexible approach to living and working. Visit our PinFlex landing page to learn more.

We’re looking for a communications specialist to support the execution of our policy and product strategy in the United States. As a communications specialist, you will help to shape the way we tell our story to the press and external audiences in the US with the objective of increasing awareness of and differentiating Pinterest through our focus on positivity and inspiration.

This is an exciting new role on the Pinterest Comms team and a unique opportunity to join during a time when tech is the focus amongst key policymakers, press, and other opinion formers. This person will help us build out Pinterest’s Product and Policy communications strategy and be responsible for our very first state and local communications strategy. Pinterest is a global company, as is the Comms team and this person will work with international team members to establish internal processes to ensure global alignment and coordination.

This role is great for someone who is a self-starter ready to roll up their sleeves to generate awareness about and differentiate Pinterest. We are looking for a skilled and organized project manager who is a terrific communicator with strong writing skills. The ideal candidate will be passionate and knowledgeable about the policy landscape and technology industry.

You will be part of a global communications team and tell compelling stories of how Pinterest makes a positive impact for users.

What you’ll do:

• Support the Policy and Product Communications strategy in the US
• Coordinate press materials, write press pitches and briefing documents
• Identify trends and news jacking opportunities
• Help with logistics, including events and outreach
• Help with media monitoring, track media coverage and metrics
• Draft social copy for executives, prepare social assets
• Build a state and local media channels list
• Build new relationships with state and non-traditional policy and tech media (influencers, newsletters, podcasts, etc.)
• Keep up-to-date with new channels emerging and identify opportunities
• Build relationships with state and local press/editors

What we’re looking for:

• 4+ years of relevant work experience within policy and/or product communications
• Skilled and organized project manager who is a terrific communicator with strong writing skills – ability to write press materials, messaging and social copy
• Knowledge or familiarity with Pinterest’s policy and product positions
• Experience working with policy and tech press
• Understands Pinterest features and uses the platform regularly
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or equivalent experience
• Ideally based in San Francisco, New York, or DC – but open to anywhere in the U.S.

Relocation Statement:

• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.

In-Office Requirement Statement:

• We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
• Ideally, you should be a commutable distance from Washington, DC. While the DC office is being built, this role will be fully remote. Once the build is complete, we anticipate needing you in the office at least once a week.

#LI-HYBRID

#LI-JB2

At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.

US based applicants only

$80,710—$166,168 USD

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.