Manager, Public Relations|7364 Job at ATR International in San Diego

Job Description:
Our client is looking for a tech-savvy, self-motivated communications professional to support Product Communications at the Company, working closely with the Global Marketing team to drive company communications efforts across our growth businesses This role will be central to shaping and executing communications strategies that elevate company leadership in high-performance, low-power computing platforms and technologies in areas such as AI and the data center
The individual will be responsible for:
• Develop and execute integrated communications plans for product launches, industry events, and strategic initiatives
• Serve as the primary liaison with PR agencies, overseeing deliverables, reporting, and media outreach
• Collaborate with product marketing, product management, and global PR teams to align messaging and strategy
• Build and maintain relationships with North America press
• Monitor media trends and proactively identify opportunities for the company to engage in the news cycles
• Maintain a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration with agency team members and across marketing and communications teams

Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Level of Responsibility:
• Provides supervision to direct reports.
• Decision-making may affect work beyond immediate work group
• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information May require negotiation, influence, tact, etc
• Develops and administers budgets, schedules, and performance standards for functional area within the prescribed budgetary objectives of the department.
• Has a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to make key decisions).
• Tasks do not have defined steps planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.

Requirement:

Top 5 Required Skills
1. Media Relations
2. Messaging, Narrative & Story Development
3. Strategic Planning, Content Strategy & Creation and Executing PR Campaigns
4 Comprehension of Tech Concepts and Trends
5. Stakeholder Engagement and Cross-Functional Collaboration

Technologies: Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) or similar

Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of Public Relations or related work experience OR
Associate's degree and 7+ years of Public Relations or related work experience OR
High School Diploma or equivalent and 9+ years of Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related work experience
*Completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may be substituted for up to two years (Master's = one year, Doctorate = two years) of work experience
Key Words: Communications, Public Relations, PR, Marketing, Media Relations, Product Communications, External Communications, Storytelling, Company Storytelling, Communication Strategy, Strategic Communications, Executive Engagement, Program Management, Project Management, Thought Leadership, PR Campaign Management

This is an office-based position located in San Diego, CA Remote employees will be considered but San Diego is preferred

Preferred Qualifications
o7+ years of experience in public relations, communications, or product marketing, preferably in the tech sector
oProven track record of managing media relations and agency partnerships
oStrong writing and storytelling skills, with experience crafting press materials, FAQs, and executive messaging
oAbility to navigate complex technical topics and translate them into compelling narratives
oExperience with influencer marketing and analyst relations is a plus
oExcellent project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment and works well with others
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Business or Technology/Engineering or related field
• Basic computer software skills including with Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, or related field.
• 6+ years of Public Relations or related work experience in a high-tech product company.
• 2+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Sr Director level and above).
• 2+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization.
• 2+ years in a leadership role with or without direct reports.

Benefits:

Benefits
Full-time employees (working an average of 30 hours or more) are eligible to select from different benefits packages Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match (available after 1 year of employment), commuter benefits, employee discount and referral programs, and life and supplemental income insurance Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Compensation
Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education, and experience, as well as the benefits package you select.

Work Authorization
ATR International, Inc cannot sponsor work visas (H-1B, F-1 STEM OPT with I-983, or similar) Candidates must have valid U.S work authorization.

ATR International, Inc is an equal opportunity employer We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.