ABOUT THE TEAM AND ROLE
As theSkimm's Communications Manager, you will create and execute communications strategies to promote theSkimm brand. You have a passion for media relations, creative storytelling and an innovative approach to communications, thinking outside the box and embracing non-traditional PR channels. You will manage press relations, draft materials, staff interviews, and maintain comprehensive media lists. You have the ability to be thoughtful and strategic while simultaneously executing and producing results in a fast-paced environment.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Leveraging non-traditional press channels and strategic influencer engagement to increase brand awareness
• Producing proactive and dynamic pitches to elevate theSkimm brand and supporting key company initiatives, content, and business objectives
• Drafting high quality written material, press releases, pitches, messaging, Q&As, and briefings to support press interviews
• Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with editors, reporters, and producers across consumer and business press
• Maintaining press contacts and clips, conference calendars and crafting award submissions
• Developing thought leadership opportunities (including panels, op-eds, social)
• Assisting on ad-hoc special projects and supporting internal communications
• Working cross-functionally with internal teams to support content, campaigns, and events

WHAT WILL SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

• 3-5 years of experience in public relations or communications; agency experience a plus
• Strong writing skills and an eye for detail
• Keen understanding of the media landscape
• Self-starter attitude with a demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects under pressure
• Bachelor's degree

WHAT WE OFFER

• Comprehensive insurance plans, commuter benefits and 401(k) starting on your first day
• Competitive salary & equity packages
• Flexible vacation policy and generous holiday observances
• One Medical Membership
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Complimentary access to theSkimm's growing suite of membership products 
• The opportunity to be part of a values-driven, hardworking and diverse group of people building a membership company that makes it easier to live smarter

ABOUT THESKIMM
theSkimm is a mission-driven digital media company giving millennial women the information they need to live their smartest lives. Since launching in 2012, theSkimm has become a trusted source for a community of millions of Skimm'rs by seamlessly integrating into their existing routines, fundamentally changing the way its audience consumes news and makes decisions. theSkimm's flagship product, the Daily Skimm, remains the fastest-growing newsletter on the market, and the company continues to innovate, finding new ways to Skimm everything from finance and careers to voting, wellness and downtime. theSkimm's product suite has expanded to include two top-rated podcasts, "Skimm This'' and "Skimm'd From the Couch," theSkimm mobile app, Skimm Money and Press Pause newsletters, a new virtual course series called SkimmU, and Skimm Studios for innovative in-house video and audio content. theSkimm's first book, How to Skimm Your Life , was released in June 2019 and debuted at #1 on The New York Times Best Seller list. 
And we're not done. By continuing to grow the breadth of theSkimm offerings in the life's necessity categories and expanding our products across events, commerce, customized content and audio, theSkimm ecosystem will become the go-to resource for this generation -- and the ones that follow -- in the most critical areas of their lives. Join us!
This is a full-time role with flexibility for remote work. While our employees are continuing to work remotely throughout the remainder of 2021, we are excited to return to HQ in New York, NY next year. Beginning in January 2022, the office will be open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday and NY metro area employees will come together in person a minimum of 3 days per month. All other days are up to the discretion of the employee and they may go in as often as they'd like.
We will require vaccinations for anyone coming to our office. We are following CDC recommendations for any additional boosters, and will always follow CDC and NY state guidance on wearing masks in the office.