Senior Manager, Public Relations
ALSO., Seattle, WA, United States
Senior Manager, Public Relations – ALSO
About ALSO. We’re ALSO, an electric mobility company originally conceived as a part of Rivian. We’re a passionate team of builders, dreamers, doers and innovators, focused on creating entirely new (not to mention, innovative and delightful) vertically integrated, small EVs designed to meet the global mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Our mission is to inspire everyone to ride ALSO—replacing many local car, truck and SUV miles with ones on vehicles that are more affordable, more enjoyable and 10-50x more efficient.
ALSO is seeking a Senior Manager, Public Relations to help shape our global communications strategy while owning execution and results across the Americas.
What You Will Do
Partner with communications leadership to help define ALSO’s global PR strategy, messaging, and narrative.
Translate global priorities into clear, actionable plans across the Americas, owning end‑to‑end execution and results across the region, ensuring high-quality, consistent output.
Lead a steady drumbeat of announcements, including funding, partnerships, product launches, and company milestones.
Run an efficient always‑on press office—including product seeding, product review cycles, seasonal/cultural PR moments, and signature story placements.
Lead media events, tailoring for cultural fit while leveraging global toolkits. Oversee logistics including spokesperson prep, supplier management, guest list curation, and agency coordination.
Cultivate strong relationships with media and cultural stakeholders across the Americas to maximize earned opportunities.
Optimize agency and vendor mix, ensuring resourcing is efficient and fit for purpose across the region.
Manage the regional budget—allocating resources effectively and tracking spend against plan.
Track, measure, and report results, working with global teams to demonstrate clear ROI and apply learnings.
Stay ahead of media, cultural, and industry trends, making proactive recommendations to increase ALSO’s visibility and differentiation and keep ALSO culturally relevant.
What You Will Bring
8–10+ years of experience spanning top‑tier PR agencies and in‑house roles at high‑growth or category‑defining companies.
Strategic and execution‑focused mindset, comfortable contributing to strategy while owning execution and outcomes end‑to‑end.
Exceptional storytelling ability: distill complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives.
Strong media operator: experience working with top‑tier business, tech, and/or policy media to generate meaningful coverage.
Trusted partner: builds strong relationships cross‑functionally and supports key stakeholders.
Composed under pressure: sound judgment and calm, solutions‑oriented mindset in fast‑moving or ambiguous situations.
High standards, low ego: deep care for quality and elevating work of others.
Resourceful and driven: owns projects quickly and consistently delivers results.
Mission‑aligned: excited to shape a new category and help define the future of autonomy and urban mobility.
Relationship focus: ability to build relationships cross‑functionally and across different time zones.
Critical thinking: balances critical thinking with tactical execution.
Proficient in Google Suite (Sheets/Drive/Slides, etc.) and Microsoft Office.
Passion for personal enthusiasm or professional experience with brands in small EVs, cycling, outdoors, health, and wellness is a plus.
Salary: $180,000 - $215,000 depending on experience, location, and qualifications. This role is based in Seattle, WA and requires 3–5 days in the office per week.
Perks and Benefits
Robust health coverage: excellent health, dental, and vision insurance covered up to 100% with FSA & HSA options.
One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates.
Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny.
Flexible time off.
401(k) match.
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ALSO is seeking a Senior Manager, Public Relations to help shape our global communications strategy while owning execution and results across the Americas.
What You Will Do
Partner with communications leadership to help define ALSO’s global PR strategy, messaging, and narrative.
Translate global priorities into clear, actionable plans across the Americas, owning end‑to‑end execution and results across the region, ensuring high-quality, consistent output.
Lead a steady drumbeat of announcements, including funding, partnerships, product launches, and company milestones.
Run an efficient always‑on press office—including product seeding, product review cycles, seasonal/cultural PR moments, and signature story placements.
Lead media events, tailoring for cultural fit while leveraging global toolkits. Oversee logistics including spokesperson prep, supplier management, guest list curation, and agency coordination.
Cultivate strong relationships with media and cultural stakeholders across the Americas to maximize earned opportunities.
Optimize agency and vendor mix, ensuring resourcing is efficient and fit for purpose across the region.
Manage the regional budget—allocating resources effectively and tracking spend against plan.
Track, measure, and report results, working with global teams to demonstrate clear ROI and apply learnings.
Stay ahead of media, cultural, and industry trends, making proactive recommendations to increase ALSO’s visibility and differentiation and keep ALSO culturally relevant.
What You Will Bring
8–10+ years of experience spanning top‑tier PR agencies and in‑house roles at high‑growth or category‑defining companies.
Strategic and execution‑focused mindset, comfortable contributing to strategy while owning execution and outcomes end‑to‑end.
Exceptional storytelling ability: distill complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives.
Strong media operator: experience working with top‑tier business, tech, and/or policy media to generate meaningful coverage.
Trusted partner: builds strong relationships cross‑functionally and supports key stakeholders.
Composed under pressure: sound judgment and calm, solutions‑oriented mindset in fast‑moving or ambiguous situations.
High standards, low ego: deep care for quality and elevating work of others.
Resourceful and driven: owns projects quickly and consistently delivers results.
Mission‑aligned: excited to shape a new category and help define the future of autonomy and urban mobility.
Relationship focus: ability to build relationships cross‑functionally and across different time zones.
Critical thinking: balances critical thinking with tactical execution.
Proficient in Google Suite (Sheets/Drive/Slides, etc.) and Microsoft Office.
Passion for personal enthusiasm or professional experience with brands in small EVs, cycling, outdoors, health, and wellness is a plus.
Salary: $180,000 - $215,000 depending on experience, location, and qualifications. This role is based in Seattle, WA and requires 3–5 days in the office per week.
Perks and Benefits
Robust health coverage: excellent health, dental, and vision insurance covered up to 100% with FSA & HSA options.
One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates.
Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny.
Flexible time off.
401(k) match.
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