Scribd, Inc. is hiring: Senior PR Coordinator in San Diego

Overview

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About The Company

At Scribd (pronounced “scribbed”), our mission is to spark human curiosity. Join our team as we create a world of stories and knowledge, democratize the exchange of ideas and information, and empower collective expertise through our three products: Everand, Scribd, and Slideshare.

We support a culture where our employees can be real and be bold; where we debate and commit as we embrace plot twists; and where every employee is empowered to take action as we prioritize the customer. Scribd Flex allows employees, in partnership with their manager, to choose a daily work style that best suits their needs. Occasional in-person attendance is required for all Scribd employees, regardless of location.

We hire for “GRIT”: Goals, Results, Innovation, and Team. This means we seek individuals who set and achieve goals, deliver results, contribute innovative ideas, and positively influence the team through collaboration and attitude.

About The Role

Scribd, Inc. is seeking a highly organized, proactive Communications Associate to support our in-house PR team as we grow Scribd's visibility across publishing, technology, and knowledge-sharing communities. This role blends foundational media relations with emerging digital skills in AI-era content visibility, supporting both day-to-day operations and high-visibility campaigns across Scribd’s portfolio of brands. You’ll work with cross-functional teams, external partners, and senior leaders to manage brand presence across traditional media and emerging platforms, creating content that resonates with diverse audiences as part of our mission to shape the future of reading and knowledge sharing.

About The Team

The Communications team drives visibility and thought leadership across the publishing, technology, and knowledge-sharing landscape. You’ll join a dynamic, collaborative team that values strategic thinking, authentic engagement, and innovative approaches to modern PR. You’ll work with freelancers and in-house collaborators to execute thoughtful, high-impact programs that build brand loyalty and advocacy through community-first thinking and cultural curiosity.

Role Qualifications

About You You are a natural communicator with strong organizational abilities and a growth mindset about AI and emerging technologies in communications. You bring project management capabilities with experience managing multiple campaigns and deadlines, plus high attention to detail and proactive follow-through in fast-moving environments. You are interested in reading communities and energized by cross-functional collaboration, eager to contribute across multiple brands. You understand how authentic engagement drives brand loyalty and have an appreciation for publishing, technology, and content creator ecosystems.

You Will

• Draft core communications materials including press releases, executive bios, Q&As, media kits, fact sheets, award submissions, and contributed content
• Maintain and grow relationships with journalists in tech, media, publishing, and education sectors
• Assist with thought leadership writing based on executive input, interviews, and market research
• Optimize content for AI discovery and brand retrievability in AI surfaces
• Support story pitching, proactive outreach, and media relations for trade, niche, and mainstream publications
• Manage PR calendars and coordinate timelines for announcements, launches, awards, and speaking opportunities
• Track media coverage and sentiment using traditional monitoring tools and AI-powered analytics
• Support launch communications and internal messaging for product and feature rollouts
• Manage presence on digital surfaces to ensure brand consistency

You Have

• 2+ years of communications, PR, or related experience with demonstrated success in media relations and content creation
• Strong writing and storytelling abilities across multiple formats including press releases, social media, long-form content, and pitches
• AI tool familiarity including ChatGPT, content creation platforms, and understanding of how AI affects media and communications
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention-to-detail, with a collaborative and proactive attitude
• Media monitoring and analytics platforms experience for tracking coverage and measuring campaign impact
• Publishing or media industry interest with understanding of author relations, book marketing, or content creator ecosystems

Bonus Points If You

• Have experience working with technology companies
• Have a background in publishing, media, or educational technology
• Have crisis communications or real-time digital response experience
• Have data analysis skills and experience with advanced analytics platforms
• Are familiar with tech industry practices including product launches, platform communications, and B2B tech PR

Compensation and Benefits

At Scribd, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. Salary ranges are based on local cost of labor benchmarks for role, level, and location. California ranges: $51,000 to $79,500. Outside California: $42,000 to $76,000. Canada: $53,000 CAD to $70,500 CAD. The salary range may change based on level and other factors. This position is eligible for equity and a comprehensive benefits package.

Working at Scribd

Are you currently based in a location where Scribd is able to employ you? Employees must have a primary residence in or near listed cities in the United States, Canada, or Mexico as applicable.

Benefits, Perks, And Wellbeing

• Benefits/perks may vary by employment type and location
• Healthcare Insurance Coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision): 100% paid for employees
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Short-term/long-term disability plans
• 401k/RSP matching
• Onboarding stipend for home office peripherals and accessories
• Learning & Development allowance and programs
• Wellness, WiFi, and other stipends
• Mental health resources
• Free Scribd product subscriptions
• Referral bonuses
• Book benefit and sabbaticals
• Company-wide events and employee resource groups
• AI tools access to boost productivity

Equal Opportunity Scribd is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply and believe a diversity of perspectives fuels the best ideas.

To request accommodations in the interview process, please email accommodations@scribd.com.