Public Relations Manager, Inkitt
$56-320k
Publishing based on site reader engagement
Job no longer available
Publishing based on site reader engagement
201-500 employees
Job no longer available
$56-320k
201-500 employees
Company mission
To discover talented writers and turn them into globally successful authors.
Role
Who you are
- 5+ years of experience in a relevant field
- Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills
- Creativity to think outside the box and come up with innovative PR ideas for a startup
- Strong network with media contacts and demonstrated track record of securing a steady cadence of tier 1 placements
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills
What the job involves
- Lead the development and execution of comprehensive PR strategies aligned with company goals
- Secure beneficial media coverage through proactive pitching, media inquiries management, and interview coordination
- Develop engaging and impactful press releases, media kits, and other communication materials
- Build and manage relationships with media, industry analysts, and influencers to achieve positive press and enhance brand presence
- Monitor media coverage, identify engagement opportunities, and promptly address any negative press
- Understand consumer trends and how to leverage them to tell stories
Our take
The current publishing industry makes it very difficult for breakout authors to achieve success. Furthermore, publications are often based off subjective opinions of those in the industry, and potential readers have no input in the matter, despite them being the force that will drive a book's success.
Inkitt takes a different approach to publishing in order to give writers a fairer chance of success. The company allows writers to submit their stories onto the website where readers have free access to read anything posted. Using an algorithm, Inkitt then determines which stories have the most reader engagement, and based on this information, decides which to take to official print and publication.
Several rounds of funding to the sum of more than $100 million have allowed Inkitt to invest more in its algorithm and technology and open offices in San Francisco. It's also looking to expand into more mediums such as video content and audiobooks, with a long-term aim of building a media empire akin to Disney. Though there's a long way to go for that lofty aim to come to fruition, Inkitt has already attracted 33 million users and published dozens of bestsellers.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-2% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Feb 2024
$37m
SERIES C
Oct 2021
$59m
SERIES B
Total funding: $117.9m
Company benefits
- Comprehensive Health Plans including Fitness Classes
- Expat integration support including complimentary German classes
- Flexible working environment including weekly remote days
- High-performing culture for learning at speed + unlimited book budget
- Regular social events and free dinners
- Dog-friendly office
Company HQ
South Park, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Ali Albazaz
(Founder & CEO)Founder and CEO of Fünfi and then joined moviepilot as a Javascript developer. After this, Albazaz freelanced as a Javascript developer for six years.
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