Avride is hiring: Senior Public Relations Manager in Austin

We’re looking for a Senior PR professional to help scale our communications and build a consistent, high-quality media presence. This role will partner closely with the Head of Communications, combining strong execution with the ability to shape narratives and contribute to overall strategy.
You will play a key role in turning company developments into stories that resonate — with media, partners, and broader audiences.
What You’ll Do

Drive a steady pipeline of meaningful media coverage across top-tier tech and business outlets, local media, and relevant industry-specific publications
Build and leverage strong relationships with journalists, editors, and contributors across relevant media
Identify and develop compelling story angles based on company developments, partnerships, and product milestones
Own the full media cycle: from idea generation and pitching to securing coverage and managing follow-ups
Write and refine high-quality materials, including press releases, pitches, bylines, engaging blog posts, and executive talking points
Partner with teams across the company (product, engineering, business, leadership) to surface newsworthy moments
Support communications for launches, partnerships, and market expansions
Contribute to broader communications strategy, bringing ideas and perspective on positioning and messaging
Support cross‑functional communications initiatives, including marketing, sales, and employer branding / HR‑related projects when needed
What You’ll Need

An experienced PR professional with a strong track record of securing media coverage in tech and/or business media
Well‑connected, with an existing network of journalist relationships you actively maintain
Comfortable operating independently and driving outcomes end‑to‑end
A strong writer with the ability to craft clear, compelling narratives from complex or technical topics
Curious and proactive — you don’t wait for stories, you find and shape them
Confident collaborating with stakeholders at different levels, including senior leadership
Able to balance multiple priorities in a fast‑moving environment
Experience with social media as an extension of PR efforts — amplifying coverage, shaping narratives, and engaging audiences — is a strong plus
Nice to Have

Experience in high‑growth tech companies or emerging technology sectors (e.g., autonomous systems, robotics, AI)
Experience working across multiple markets or with international media
Background in both in‑house and agency environments

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