Mill · 6 days ago
Communications Manager (Contract)
San Bruno, CA
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expMill is focused on reducing waste, particularly in the food industry, to create a better environment. They are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Communications Manager to support media initiatives and drive awareness of their products and mission through effective communications and event management.
Animal FeedCleanTechFood ProcessingRecyclingSustainabilityWaste Management
Responsibilities
Support the planning and execution of events, partnerships, and campaigns — ensuring cross-functional alignment, strong project tracking, and on-time delivery of materials and milestones
Partner with and support Mill’s external PR agency to ensure consistent communication, clear priorities, and timely deliverables. Track projects, support press outreach efforts, and coordinate approvals
Identify and shape stories, and drive proactive media outreach, cultivating strong relationships with journalists and editors in consumer and local media outlets
Plan, schedule, and manage logistics for product demos with media, influencers, and partners. Ensure seamless execution, from account set up, to follow-up and monitoring
Oversee event strategy and execution in conjunction with Mill’s external PR agency - ensuring cross-functional team alignment across Marketing and Creative teams including creative briefing, messaging, partner management, event prep, and on-site staffing
Stay on top of relevant industry news, competitive developments, and market trends and conduct research audits to inform communications strategies and messaging
Draft high-quality content including press releases, media pitches, briefing documents, blog posts, Q&As, and media statements
Track media coverage and event outcomes to evaluate performance, share insights, and inform future strategies
Qualification
Required
4-6 years of experience in public relations, consumer communications, or events, with a strong focus on consumer communications and experience with event strategy and execution
Proven media relationships and experience securing coverage in top-tier consumer and local outlets
Exceptional writing and editing skills—able to turn complex or technical topics into clear, engaging content
Sharp editorial judgment and an eye for compelling, newsworthy stories
Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong project management abilities
Experience managing logistics for events and campaigns
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple initiatives on deadline
Strong understanding of the consumer and general media landscape
Mission-driven mindset with a passion for food and sustainability
Based in the San Bruno, CA or Los Angeles area, with the ability to travel as needed (approx. 10–20%)
Contractor term: March-July
Preferred
Familiarity with media monitoring and relationship management tools such as Muck Rack or Cision
Company
Mill
Mill offers a kitchen bin that dries, shrinks, and de-stinks leftover food, eliminating food waste.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (6)
2024 (4)
2023 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$70.38MKey Investors
Climate Pledge FundPrelude Ventures
2025-12-16Series Unknown
2023-09-06Series C· $70M
2023-04-01Series Unknown· $0.38M
Leadership Team
Matt Rogers
Founder & CEO
Jeff Hoever
CFO
Recent News
FoodHack Weekly
2025-12-20
PR Newswire
2025-12-19
2025-12-19
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