Communications Manager, Advertising

Introduction to the team You will join Expedia Group’s Partner Communications team, supporting the Advertising business through high‑impact Partner PR and earned media execution. The team partners closely with Global Comms, Advertising leadership, and commercial stakeholders to position Expedia Group as a leading advertising and media partner. Our work elevates credibility with advertisers and agencies, strengthens brand leadership, and supports commercial growth across key markets. Responsibilities Deliver Partner PR and earned media execution for Expedia Group’s Advertising business, supporting priority launches, campaigns, research stories, and commercial moments. Translate Advertising and Partner Comms strategies into structured PR plans, calendars, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring clarity on objectives, audiences, and messages. Lead the day‑to‑day execution of Advertising PR campaigns and announcements, coordinating closely with Partner PR peers, Partner Content, Events & Experiences, Marketing, and commercial teams. Act as the go‑to operator for Advertising PR projects, managing project plans, approvals, asset development, and stakeholder inputs to keep work on time and in scope. Develop and support press materials, including press releases, media alerts, Q&A, briefing documents, and messaging outlines, working with senior leaders to finalise and execute. Support media relations activity by coordinating outreach lists, drafting pitches, tracking coverage, and helping prepare spokespeople for media opportunities. Monitor advertising, ad tech, and competitive trends to identify story opportunities, risks, and relevant industry moments. Support thought leadership and industry presence for Advertising leaders, including speaking opportunities, panels, and media moments tied to priority events. Ensure all work follows Partner Comms operating processes, including tiering, validation, documentation, and measurement. Track PR performance and KPIs, contributing to reporting, learnings, and tactical improvements across messaging, timing, and channels. Qualifications 8+ years proven experience in PR, communications, or media relations, ideally within an advertising agency or B2B, technology, or platform‑driven business. Strong understanding of the advertising landscape. Strong hands‑on PR execution skills, including campaign delivery, press material development, and media engagement support. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail and follow‑through. Clear, confident communicator with the ability to translate complex topics into concise narratives. Experience working cross‑functionally with senior stakeholders and external partners or agencies. Organised, proactive, and comfortable operating within defined processes and measurement frameworks. Salary Pay range varies by location. For Seattle, $110,500 to $155,000 with potential to increase up to $177,000. For New York, $119,000 to $166,500 with potential to increase up to $190,500. For West Hollywood and Austin, $110,500 to $155,000 with potential to increase up to $177,000. Benefits Expedia Group offers a full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision coverage, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness and travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and an International Airlines Travel Agent membership. Accommodation requests If you need assistance with any part of the application or recruiting process due to a disability, or other physical or mental health conditions, please reach out to our Recruiting Accommodations Team through the Accommodation Request. Equal Opportunity & E‑Verification Expedia is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E‑Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I‑9 to confirm work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr