Public Relations Manager (NYC)

LiveSwitch; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

LiveSwitch is seeking a Public Relations Manager to lead our PR efforts and shape the public image of the company. You will build media relationships, craft compelling pitches, and drive strategic campaigns to increase brand visibility.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor's in Marketing/PR/Communications with a 3.8+ GPA, 2–4 years in PR, and a proven track record with top outlets. Startup experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, PR, or Communications with a GPA of 3.8+
• 2–4 years of proven experience in public relations working directly with journalists
• Demonstrated success in pitching media and securing media placements in top-tier outlets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages and pitches
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with media professionals and stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Experience working in a startup environment

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and influencers in the tech industry
• Create and distribute compelling pitches, press releases, and other PR materials
• Pitch compelling story angles to media outlets, securing media placements in top-tier publications, online platforms, and broadcast channels
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends to identify opportunities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including market and product management
• Measure and analyze the impact of PR efforts, providing regular reports on media coverage and campaign performance

Skills

Media relations

Press pitching

Campaign planning

Story crafting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/PR/Communications

Job description

LiveSwitch is eliminating the technology gap for small businesses with a cutting-edge AI and communication platform that delivers enormous productivity gains. Leading with agentic AI, we are transforming the way trades do business. Our aim is to increase the 10-year survival rate of U.S. small businesses by 25% over the next five years. When businesses use our platform, they have a better chance to succeed, with customers reporting an average rate of return of 214%. Our organization is well on its way to being a multi-billion-dollar company, and we’re looking for people who share our vision

What You Will Be Doing

Our Marketing Team is growing and we are looking for a highly innovative and persuasive individual to lead the PR charge for LiveSwitch. As Public Relations Manager, you will play a crucial role in shaping and maintaining the public image of LiveSwitch. You will be responsible for building and maintaining media relationships, securing impactful media placements to increase our brand visibility, and developing and executing strategic PR campaigns.

Roles/responsibilities

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and influencers in the tech industry
• Create and distribute compelling pitches, press releases, and other PR materials
• Pitch compelling story angles to media outlets, securing media placements in top-tier publications, online platforms, and broadcast channels
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends to identify opportunities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including market and product management
• Measure and analyze the impact of PR efforts, providing regular reports on media coverage and campaign performance

The Must-haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, PR, or Communications with a GPA of 3.8+
• 2 – 4 years of proven experience in public relations working directly with journalists
• Demonstrated success in pitching media and securing media placements in top-tier outlets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages and pitches
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with media professionals and stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience working in a startup environment

What’s in it for you?

• The ability to make a huge impact at a growth stage/pre-Exit company
• Internal opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Competitive salary and Benefits
• Stock options