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Communications Manager

Spinelli Kilcollin, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Salary min: $100,000.00

Salary max: $110,000.00


Spinelli Kilcollin is a Los Angeles–based luxury jewelry brand known for its iconic linked rings, clean architectural designs, and commitment to responsible craftsmanship. Founded in 2010, our collections are handcrafted in downtown Los Angeles, with a focus on creating a positive, long-term impact on our industry, our community, and our customers.

Role Overview
The Communications Manager is responsible for shaping and managing Spinelli Kilcollin’s external voice across press, media, and cultural channels. This role oversees the brand’s PR agency while working closely with the Creative Director and leadership team to develop and execute communications strategy.

This role sits at the intersection of press, cultural relevance, and brand narrative, ensuring the brand is not only visible, but understood with clarity and intention. The Communications Manager will translate internal priorities into compelling external storytelling while building relationships that position the brand within both established and emerging cultural spaces. This role combines strategic thinking with hands‑on execution, with the opportunity to grow into a more senior, director‑level position over time.

Responsibilities
Communications Strategy & Narrative

Support development and execution of communications strategy across press, media, and cultural channels

Identify opportunities for storytelling, editorial placement, and brand visibility

Help shape and refine the brand’s voice, messaging, and positioning within fashion and broader cultural conversations

Develop and maintain clear, consistent messaging across all external communications

Write and edit press releases, brand statements, and key messaging documents

Translate internal initiatives into compelling external narratives

Ensure cohesion across press, partnerships, and all public‑facing materials

PR, Media & Agency Management

Manage external PR agencies as an extension of the internal team

Set direction for seasonal stories, launches, and ongoing outreach

Build and maintain relationships with editors, stylists, and media contacts

Drive editorial placements and oversee press inquiries and sample coordination

Influencer, Celebrity & Cultural Placements

Develop and lead strategy for influencer, celebrity, and cultural placements aligned with brand positioning

Partner with the Social team to identify and secure high‑value placements that extend beyond transactional seeding

Build and maintain relationships with key influencers, stylists, celebrities, and cultural figures

Identify opportunities across emerging platforms and cultural moments

Work closely with Creative, Marketing, Product, Merchandising, Retail Environments, Retail, Wholesale, and Social teams

Align communications with campaigns, product launches, and key business initiatives

Act as a connector between internal teams and external perception

Events & Brand Moments

Support planning and execution of press events, previews, and brand activations

Coordinate press attendance, guest lists, and media engagement

Identify opportunities for the brand to participate in meaningful cultural moments

Operations & Brand Stewardship

Track press coverage, media contacts, and communications performance

Build systems for managing relationships and reporting

Ensure all external communications reflect brand integrity and positioning

Tools & Technical Proficiency

Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) for communication and reporting

Figma for reviewing and aligning on visual materials

Adobe Creative Cloud (basic proficiency for reviewing assets)

Familiarity with PR and media databases (Fashion GPS, Launchmetrics, or similar)

Familiarity with project and workflow tools such as Notion

Ideal Profile

Experience in fashion, luxury, or cultural PR and communications

Strong media relationships across fashion, jewelry, and editorial

Experience working with influencers, celebrities, and cultural figures in a strategic capacity

Excellent writing and editing skills with a clear, thoughtful voice

Ability to think strategically while executing day‑to‑day responsibilities

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple timelines and stakeholders

Comfortable managing external partners and collaborating across teams

High level of taste and sensitivity to brand positioning

A strong understanding of the history of art, fashion, and global culture, combined with an awareness of contemporary street culture and emerging movements

Compensation
$100,000–110,000 commensurate with experience.

Paid Company Holidays

PTO

401(k) + Matching

Profit Sharing + Annual Bonus

How to Apply
Submit your resume and a cover letter directly to careers@spinellikilcollin.com.

As part of your cover letter, please include three cultural figures who inspire you (in any creative field) and a brief explanation of why. Applications will only be considered if submitted with all required materials directly to the email above. Impeccable references are required.

We look forward to learning more about how you can contribute to the continued growth and culture of Spinelli Kilcollin.

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