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PR and Communications Manager

Babylist
Location
United States - East Coast
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Marketing
Salary
$121,400 to $161,900
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8-10 years of experience in PR or communications, with a mix of in-house and agency experience
  • Excellent writing skills, capable of ghostwriting in others' voices
  • Ability to connect product launches and company milestones to cohesive narratives
  • Strong relationships with media across digital, print, and broadcast
  • Comfortable preparing and supporting senior leaders in press situations
  • Ability to work East Coast hours and travel to NYC on short notice
What the job really is

The PR and Communications Manager at Babylist will develop and execute a proactive communications strategy to enhance the company's visibility and narrative across various platforms. This role involves managing consumer and corporate PR, ghostwriting for executives, and building relationships with media outlets to secure high-impact placements. The manager will also oversee the awards strategy and collaborate with multiple teams to maintain a consistent communication pipeline.

Benefits
  • Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching and flexible spending accounts
  • Generous paid parental leave and PTO
  • Winter Wonder Week: a paid week off at the end of the year for the whole company
  • Remote work stipend to set up your office
  • Perks for physical, mental, and emotional health, parenting, childcare, and financial planning
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the company's current PR function, which is to be built from scratch
  • High visibility role with direct access to executives, but also requires a high degree of independence
  • The role involves significant travel and availability on East Coast time, which may not suit all candidates
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