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Director, Media & Relations

AppDirect · San Francisco, CA, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Job Overview

Drive and execute a comprehensive media relations strategy, steering proactive PR initiatives to support product launches and elevate brand presence across premier business and technology outlets.

Responsibilities

  • Own media relations strategy from planning to execution.
  • Build proactive, calendar‑driven PR aligned with launches.
  • Pitch and secure coverage in top outlets (WSJ, Forbes, TechCrunch).
  • Write and produce media materials: press releases, pitches, bylines.
  • Prep executives for interviews and real‑time media moments.
  • Monitor news cycles and identify rapid‑response opportunities.

Requirements

  • 10+ years in PR/media relations.
  • Deep journalist relationships with business and tech outlets.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills; press releases, pitches, bylines.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.
  • Background in B2B tech, SaaS, or enterprise software.
  • Comfortable working with C‑suite; prep and coach executives.
  • Proficiency with media databases (Cision, Muck Rack) and monitoring tools.
  • Proficiency with Google Workspace.

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