Job description
Join NovaSphere Communications as a Public Relations Manager in New York City. You will lead media relations, executive communications, and strategic campaigns that elevate brand reputation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, craft compelling narratives, and manage a high-performing PR team.
What you will do: develop and execute proactive PR strategies; manage day-to-day media outreach and press materials; drive integrated campaigns across earned channels; mentor junior staff and external partners; and provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on communication initiatives.
We offer a dynamic environment, mentorship, competitive compensation, plus generous benefits and opportunities to advance your career in a fast-growing agency.
Responsibility
- Lead the development and execution of proactive media relations strategies to secure top-tier coverage.
- Oversee daily PR operations, including pitch development, press materials, briefings, and media outreach.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers across technology, business, and lifestyle beats.
- Manage crisis communications plans and provide rapid, clear guidance during incidents.
- Collaborate with marketing, product, and executive teams to craft messaging and integrated campaigns.
- Monitor, analyze, and report on PR performance; adjust programs based on data-driven insights.
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of PR specialists and external agencies; manage budgets and timelines.
- Plan and execute high-impact events, media trainings, and executive briefings as needed.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
- 5+ years of PR or communications experience in-house or at an agency.
- Proven success securing media coverage and building strategic media relationships.
- Excellent writing, storytelling, and presentation skills; ability to simplify complex concepts.
- Experience with crisis communications and reputation management.
- Strong project management, organization, and multitasking abilities; comfortable managing multiple initiatives.
- Robust network of journalists and influencers is a plus; proficiency with PR tools (Cision, Meltwater).
- Collaborative, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.