Senior PR Coordinator Job at Scribd, Inc. in Houston

Overview

Senior PR Coordinator at Scribd, Inc. This role supports the in-house PR team as we grow Scribd's visibility across publishing, technology, and knowledge-sharing communities.

About The Company

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

Scribd values a culture where employees can be real and bold, debate and commit, and take action with a customer-first mindset. Scribd Flex allows flexible daily work styles in partnership with managers, with a focus on intentional in-person collaboration. Occasional in-person attendance is required for all employees.

We hire for “GRIT” — Goals, Results, Innovation, and Team. We seek candidates who can 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 Senior PR Coordinator to support the in-house PR team and grow Scribd's visibility across brands. The role blends foundational media relations with emerging digital skills in AI-era content visibility, supporting day-to-day operations and high-visibility campaigns with cross-functional teams, external partners, and senior leaders.

About The Team

The PR team drives visibility and thought leadership across publishing, technology, and knowledge-sharing. You’ll join a collaborative team that values strategic thinking, authentic engagement, and innovative approaches to modern PR. You’ll help execute high-impact communications programs with freelancers and in-house colleagues, building brand loyalty through community-first thinking and curiosity.

About You

You're a natural communicator with strong organizational abilities and a growth mindset about AI and emerging technologies in communications. You bring project management skills, the ability to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines, attention to detail, and proactive collaboration across 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 Wikipedia, Crunchbase, and similar 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 press releases, social media, long-form content, and pitches
• AI tool familiarity including ChatGPT and content creation platforms; understanding of how AI affects media and communications
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail with a collaborative, proactive attitude
• Media monitoring and analytics 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 with technology companies
• Have background in publishing, media, or educational technology
• Have crisis communications or real-time digital response experience
• Have data analysis skills and experience with analytics platforms
• Are familiar with tech industry practices including product launches, platform communications, and B2B tech PR

Compensation and Benefits

At Scribd, base pay is part of total compensation and varies by role, level, and location. Salary ranges reflect local benchmarks for the role. For California, the range is approximately $51,000 to $79,500; outside California, $42,000 to $76,000; in Canada, $53,000 CAD to $70,500 CAD. Compensation also includes equity and a comprehensive benefits package.

Working At Scribd

Employees must have a primary residence within the listed locations or commuting distance. Locations include multiple U.S. cities, Canada (Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver), and Mexico City. Scribd provides access to AI tools for productivity and innovation. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Locations

• United States: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Dallas, Denver, Chicago, Houston, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Phoenix, Portland, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington D.C.
• Canada: Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver
• Mexico: Mexico City

Benefits, Perks, And Wellbeing

• 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
• Learning & Development allowance and programs
• Quarterly stipend for Wellness, WiFi, etc.
• Mental Health support & resources
• Free Scribd subscription
• Referral Bonuses
• Book Benefit
• Sabbaticals and company events
• Team engagement budgets
• Vacation & Personal Days, Paid Holidays
• Flexible Sick Time
• Volunteer Day
• Inclusive and diverse workplace programs
• Access to AI Tools to boost productivity

EEO Statement: 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.

Legal: This posting is for a position in the United States and may be subject to local privacy notices and regulations. For adjustments in the interview process, please email accommodations@scribd.com.