Manager, Global PR
We have a simple mission at Calm: To make the world a happier and healthier place.
The heart of Calm is digital but the brand is expanding offline into a variety of products and services that bring more peace, clarity and perspective into people’s busy lives. We are building Calm into the Nike of the Mind. We believe Calm can become one of the most valuable and meaningful brands in the world.
Over 50 Million people have downloaded the app and we are growing by 85,000 new downloads a day. The company is profitable and headquartered in San Francisco, CA.
Calm was co-founded by Alex Tew (Million Dollar Homepage) and Michael Acton Smith (Mind Candy, Moshi Monsters, Firebox).
As the Manager, Global PR you will be responsible for positioning Calm as the global expert for sleep, meditation and relaxation through positive external communications. Collaborate with internal + external partners to drive global communications projects forward. The ideal candidate has experience working in and executing with a global team. Has affinity for media relations + changing media landscapes. Has strong organizational, project management and multitasking skills. Has the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, external partners and coworkers across function to ensure timely execution of campaigns. PR agency experience: consumer tech / wellness preferred This role is critical to capitalize on media opportunities in Calm’s live markets.
Outcomes
- Support in managing global agency partners
- Develop, build and maintain strong relationships with relevant media
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to drive successful launches
- Assist in developing brand thought leadership strategy including: award submissions, conferences and speaking engagements
- Maintain ongoing tasks and schedules, internal team updates and reporting
Competencies
- Strong understanding of media relations
- Action oriented. Strong project manager with the ability to multitask and juggle multiple projects, follow up on deadlines, flagging questions + issues, and ensuring deadlines are met
- Creative. Develops and ideates approaches + efficiencies
- Perspective ability. Able to provide recommendations with supporting rationale to drive internal alignment
- Written communications with extremely strong attention to detail
- Interpersonal skills, entrepreneurial spirit and positive energy
Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity
- Take what you need PTO
- We pay your medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums
- 401K
- Commuter benefits
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Apple equipment
- Fun, energetic work environment, and daily perks - snacks, drinks, catered lunch twice a week
- Opportunity to work with a product focused on making the world happier and healthier
And much more!