Summary:
We are looking for an energetic, culturally-aware and well-connected Director of PR, Events, and Collaborations to lead our growing efforts in these important areas of our business. The successful candidate will be able to: (1) lead project management and execution for events and collaborations, (2) cultivate and generate PR and press coverage; and (3) originate new opportunities for the company. About you:
- 7+ years of experience in publicity, events, or special projects-related roles in entertainment, fashion, media, or consumer technology.
- Exceptional networking and relationship-building skills, with a strong existing network in culturally relevant industries.
- Experience building brand equity through events and PR.
- Strong project management skills.
- Strong creative communication skillset both writing and speaking.
- Comfortable using data to inform decision making.
- Financial acumen required to execute within designated budgets.
- A flair for details and hospitality.
- Has a sense for what makes an activation distinctive, relevant and successful.
What you’ll do…PR
- Develop and nurture relationships with key players in the lifestyle, fashion, media, entertainment, and book industries, including journalists, influencers, editors, publishers, authors, and agents.
- Identify and develop opportunities for BOTM to engage in culturally relevant trends and events.
- Conceptualize and secure high-profile media placements that elevate brand awareness.
- Create and tailor compelling press materials, such as pitches, media kits, profiles, and talking points, for various audiences.
Events and Collaborations
- Ideate and develop opportunities that will raise awareness and achieve other business objectives.
- Project manage and execute all aspects of brand building events at a very high level of detail.
- Act as the primary point of contact between the internal BOTM team and various external parties, providing seamless and effective coordination on projects.
- Conceptualize events that could generate meaningful press impressions and then actually make those events happen.
Base Salary Range: $90,000 - $170,000
