Communications Manager

About The Team

The Communications Manager will tell the Turo story on a day‑to‑day basis in the US and highlight how Turo is reinventing car rental to unlock independence for all. We’re looking for a Communications Manager who is responsible for working directly with traditional and new media, liaising with agency partners, managing media inquiries, gathering stories from within our guest and host community, creating and executing integrated comms plans, and tracking Turo and relevant competitors in the news.
What you will do

Provide support for US communications priorities – creating integrated communications plans, leading seasonal press outreach, owning PR and social tracking, and drafting campaign key messages.
Establish and strengthen relationships with key traditional and new media reporters and influencers across the U.S.
Manage reactive press requests and use available tools like data and industry research to create stories that build positive sentiment around Turo’s community and brand.
Proactively find newsworthy stories in our host & guest community and engage with our community on media opportunities.
Surface relevant trends and propose creative campaigns that insert Turo into the cultural conversation and drive ROI across PR and Social.
Your profile

Exceptional communication & organizational skills.
Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
Exceptional at media relations with a strong roster of traditional and new media contacts and the ability to identify what makes for a compelling story.
Ability to plan and execute a proactive press project such as a data‑driven pitch or campaign (e.g. trend report, press trip, partnership).
Calm and effective in crisis situations, with the ability to adapt plans quickly.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Meltwater, Cision, or related software.
Five+ years of agency or in‑house experience handling PR and social media/influencer relations. Previous experience in the auto, marketplace, or travel industry preferred.
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications or related work experience.
Salary

For this role, the target base salary range in San Francisco is $110,000–$137,000 annually. This role is also eligible for equity and benefits.
In‑office policy

Turo highly values having employees working in‑office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in‑office on a hybrid schedule – employees will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Benefits

Competitive salary, equity, benefits, and perks for all full‑time employees
Employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (country specific)
Retirement employer match
Learning & development stipend to invest in your professional development
Turo host matching program
Turo travel credit
Cell phone and internet stipend
Paid time off to relax and recharge
Paid holidays, volunteer time off, and parental leave
For those who are in the office full‑time or hybrid we have in‑office lunch, office snacks, and fun activities
EEO Statement

Turo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E‑Verify program. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Turo will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as applicable. We welcome candidates with physical, mental, and/or neurological disabilities. If you require assistance applying for an open position, or need accommodation during the recruiting process due to a disability, please submit a request to People Operations by emailing PeopleOps@turo.com.

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