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Public Relations Associate
Stitch Fix
San Francisco, CA, United States
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About the Role
The Public Relations Associate is responsible for supporting public relations activities at Stitch Fix. You will work closely with the Public Relations Manager to provide logistical support and help execute on strategic public relations programs. Responsibilities will include supporting the PR Manager and VP of Communications in executing on strategic communications priorities, developing and maintaining a comprehensive speakers bureau for a deep bench of experienced retail and technology executives, maintaining an online newsroom, tracking and flagging relevant Stitch Fix and competitor news to the team, and working cross-functionally within marketing and across the broader company to help support and systematize processes to help the PR function work more smoothly.
You're excited about this opportunity because you will…
• Work with the PR Manager to plan and execute all corporate, business and tech related PR activities, both proactive and reactive
• Support the PR Manager in tracking and managing both proactive and reactive media opportunities
• Work with the VP of Communications and the PR Manager to support the Stitch Fix executive team in media interviews and speaking prep
• Write content for and maintain Stitch Fix’s online newsroom, write and edit media content including press releases and media alerts, help produce paid media content and integrations in a supporting capacity
• Manage and organize PR team budgets, serving as the team liaison to the accounts payable department and tracking program spend
• Produce media briefing materials such as FAQs and media presentations
• Work cross-functionally with the merchandising, visual styling, and creative teams to secure necessary assets and support for PR activities
• Build a comprehensive speakers’ bureau for the executive team, including proactive and reactive management of all speaking opportunity pitching and logistics
• Research and pitch editorial calendar opportunities around fashion, retail, tech, and other thought leadership topics
• Build and maintain team media lists and manage daily and weekly news reporting
• Become deeply entrenched in business, tech and retail media, as well as news and trends in our and adjacent markets
• Develop and maintain PR team processes, such as maintaining a media relations repository, PR calendar, and resource library for spokespeople
• Become an integral member of a growing team with great learning opportunities
We’re excited about you because…
• You have 2-3 years of experience or relevant internships in technology or business public relations (in-house or agency)
• You are a creative storyteller who is always looking for unique ways to tell a company’s story to the media
• You are a team player and have a natural ability to collaborate well with others within your team and across the organization at large
• You are highly organized and have an exceptional attention to detail
• You possess outstanding work ethic, ability to perform under pressure, meet deadlines, and prioritize and deliver multiple tasks on time
• You have a passion for a vibrant company culture committed to being Bright, Kind and Goal-Oriented
Why you'll love working at Stitch Fix...
• We are a group of bright, kind and goal oriented people. You can be your authentic self here, and are empowered to encourage others to do the same!
• We are a successful, fast-growing company at the forefront of tech and fashion, redefining retail for the next generation
• We are a technologically and data-driven business
• We are committed to our clients and connected through our vision of “Transforming the way people find what they love”
• We love solving problems, thinking creatively and trying new things
• We believe in autonomy & taking initiative
• We are challenged, developed and have meaningful impact
• We take what we do seriously. We don’t take ourselves seriously
• We have a smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right & is open to new ideas
• We offer competitive compensation packages and comprehensive health benefits
• You will be proud to say that you work for Stitch Fix and will know that the work you do brings joy to our clients every day
About Stitch Fix
Stitch Fix is an online personal style service for men and women combining art and science to disrupt and redefine the retail industry. We’re the first fashion retailer to blend expert styling, proprietary technology and unique product to deliver a refined and deeply personalized shopping experience. We leverage vast amounts of client data to make decisions throughout the company. All of this results in a simple, powerful offering to our customers and a successful, growing business. We believe we are only scratching the surface of our opportunity; and we’re looking for incredible people to contribute! We’d love for you to help us carry on the trend.