Public Relations Coordinator

KCPR; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

KCPR is seeking a full-time Public Relations Coordinator to join our hybrid team in San Francisco, with the flexibility to work remotely two days per week. The role supports day-to-day communications programs for venture capital and technology clients, aligning with senior team members on media relations, thought leadership, and strategic communications initiatives.

The ideal candidate will handle press materials, media lists, interview coordination, and client reporting, while contributing

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience at a PR agency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations and strategic communications.
• Exceptional organization and project management abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Strong research and critical thinking skills.
• Professional, polished, and confident communicator.
• Interest in venture capital, startups, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Drafting press releases, media pitches, award submissions, and other written communications
• Researching and maintaining targeted media lists across business, technology, venture capital, and trade publications
• Supporting proactive media outreach and coordinating interview opportunities
• Monitoring news, industry trends, and client coverage
• Preparing client briefing documents, meeting agendas, and media reports
• Assisting with strategic communications planning and campaign execution
• Managing project timelines, deadlines, and multiple client priorities
• Participating in client meetings and contributing ideas that support communications objectives
• Collaborating with teammates to ensure exceptional client service and high-quality deliverables

Skills

Excellent written and verbal cv?

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field

Job description

Company Description

KCPR is an award-winning boutique public relations and strategic communications agency specializing in venture capital firms and high-growth technology companies. Founded by Silicon Valley communications expert Kelsey Cullen, KCPR partners with some of the industry's most respected investors and startups to shape narratives, elevate thought leadership, and secure impactful media coverage.

KCPR operates as a highly collaborative, senior-led team where every employee plays a meaningful role in client strategy and execution. Team members gain direct exposure to founders, venture capital partners, top-tier journalists, and some of the most innovative companies shaping the future of technology.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is entrepreneurial, intellectually curious, highly organized, and excited to build a career in technology and venture capital communications.

Role Description

KCPR is seeking a full‑time Public Relations Coordinator to join our growing team. This hybrid position is based in San Francisco, with the flexibility to work remotely two days each week.

The Public Relations Coordinator will support day‑to‑day communications programs for venture capital and technology clients while working closely with senior team members on media relations, thought leadership, executive visibility, and strategic communications initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

• Drafting press releases, media pitches, award submissions, and other written communications
• Researching and maintaining targeted media lists across business, technology, venture capital, and trade publications
• Supporting proactive media outreach and coordinating interview opportunities
• Monitoring news, industry trends, and client coverage
• Preparing client briefing documents, meeting agendas, and media reports
• Assisting with strategic communications planning and campaign execution
• Managing project timelines, deadlines, and multiple client priorities
• Participating in client meetings and contributing ideas that support communications objectives
• Collaborating with teammates to ensure exceptional client service and high‑quality deliverables

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail‑oriented, and thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred qualifications include:

• 1-3 years of experience at a PR agency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of media relations and strategic communications
• Exceptional organization and project management abilities with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Strong research and critical thinking skills
• Professional, polished, and confident communicator
• Interest in venture capital, startups, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field

Why Join KCPR?

• Work directly with founders and partners at leading venture capital firms
• Build relationships with top‑tier business and technology journalists
• Gain hands‑on experience across every aspect of strategic communications
• Receive mentorship from senior communications professionals
• Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team where your work has immediate impact
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for continued professional growth