Manager, Media Relations

About you…

You are in the know with all things media! You have existing relationships and you know who covers what, what stories they tell and how to stand out in their inbox.

You are passionate about reading the latest news from all corners of the world – from technology to business and geopolitical to domestic politics and always looking to understand what is driving the current conversation. 

You understand the ins and outs of a news cycle and love to work with clients on not only how to enter the conversation, but when.  

You view journalists as colleagues and understand it’s a relationship that only succeeds by building trust and being a good partner. 

You're ultimately a storyteller at heart, roll up your sleeves, whatever it takes, team player.

No job is too big or too small. It's all about the creative process and pushing client brands to their full potential.

If this sounds like you, read on…

We are looking for an exceptional person to join our team as Manager, Media Relations.

The Manager, Media Relations role sits on our North America Media Strategy team, with a wider group of team members at Hotwire focused on media strategy and development. This role drives media strategy for 4-6 clients and provides additional media counsel for additional teams as requested. 

The Director, Media Relations fully understands the media landscape, has strong relationships with the media, knows what delivers results and what media strategies are imperative for our clients. This role serves as a mentor throughout the agency, helps upskill staff with the best practices of media relations and is educated on the evolving media landscape.

As Manager, Media Strategy you come armed with strong relationships with journalists in tech, business and trade publications and know how to develop and maintain new connections along the way.

Daily you will…

• You drive media strategy for 4-6 accounts through media analysis, audience analysis and media relations.
• Immerse yourself in all types of media; business, tech, trade, and verticals to identify what is driving the conversations that matter most to your clients.
• Work with client teams to execute media strategies that drive results in both earned and paid media.
• Manage one or more direct reports, be responsible for your team’s development, performance, and wellbeing.
• Serve as a media team leader, supporting the development of the wider Media Strategy and junior team at Hotwire.
• Take the lead to support media strategy in new business activities.
• Participate in monthly media roundtables, host reporter meet and greets and attend events to build stronger relationships with journalists.