PR & Communications Manager

Bjak•Madison, MS

About The Position

About ActAI There are over 5 billion users using basic applications today such email, notes, tasks, calendar and they're not AI-native. Our mission is to build proactive applications for anyone in the world, who are not used to complex prompting. We aim to bring intelligence to conversations, errands, organising and workflows, with minimal prompting. Our product focuses on achieving high reliability for long-running workflows, persistent context, and real-world task completion. We believe products will greatly reduce hallucinations. Our objective is to organise anyone's life, allowing us all to spend time on valuable and meaningful things. About the Role We're looking for a communications leader who can help shape how A1 is introduced to the world. You will develop our external narrative, work closely with founders and leadership, build relationships with global media, and ensure every public communication reflects the quality and ambition of the company. This is a hands-on role. You'll be writing, editing, pitching stories, preparing announcements and working directly with senior leaders on communications strategy.

Requirements

Experience in PR, corporate communications or media relations within technology companies.
Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to explain complex products clearly.
Strong relationships with technology and business journalists.
Experience managing communications for product launches or major announcements.
Excellent judgement and ability to develop compelling narratives.
Comfortable working directly with founders and senior leadership.
Able to operate independently in a fast-moving environment with minimal direction.
Strong attention to detail and high standards for quality.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute A1's global communications strategy.
Build relationships with technology, business and mainstream media.
Develop media angles and proactively secure high-quality press coverage.
Write and edit press releases, announcements, company updates and executive communications.
Shape company messaging, positioning and product narratives.
Prepare founders and executives for media interviews, conferences and public appearances.
Develop communication plans around product launches, partnerships and major company milestones.
Monitor media coverage and identify opportunities to strengthen A1's brand.
Work closely with product, recruiting and leadership teams to ensure consistent external messaging.
Support crisis communications and reputation management when required.