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Slate Auto · 1 day ago

PR Manager

positionTroy, Michigan
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date7+ years exp

Slate Auto is dedicated to building safe, reliable vehicles that are affordable and customizable. They are seeking a PR Manager to define and sustain external relations, develop innovative PR strategies, and serve as the company spokesperson at events.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturing

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of industry-leading external communications strategies across media categories, working with the Head of PR and Communications
Identify new media and ways of working, together with the PR agency
Monitor media and share of voice and own the relationship with agency support
Serve as company spokesperson at external events
Align internal and external communications objectives, working with the PR, social media, Growth, and Experiential teams

Qualification

PR experienceMedia relationsStrategic thinkingBrand positioningPR tracking metricsAnalytical skillsCross-functional teamworkCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or experience in marketing, advertising, or a related field
7+ years of PR experience (i.e. client-side, agency-side, media), with a proven track record of strategic story placements in automotive and non-automotive publications
Experience defining and articulating a brand's unique positioning, ensuring it resonates with target audiences and aligns with company values
Durable relationships among automotive media and journalists/influencers in other areas
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate insights into actionable plans
Knowledge of PR tracking metrics, market research methodologies, and competitive analysis
Experience working within cross-functional teams and guiding projects through various departments, including creative, social, and growth
Must be willing to travel up to 25%
Must love cars! You'll be thinking about cars all day every day, and it's the most fun when you love cars

Company

Slate Auto

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Slate Auto is an electric motor vehicle manufacturing company.
location
Troy, Michigan, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://slate.auto

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$111.03M
2024-12-01Series B
2023-06-22Series A· $111.03M

Recent News

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