PR Manager, Central PR

Apple•New York, NY

About The Position

Apple's communications team shapes and shares with the world the stories about our innovative products and services, and the values that drive everything we do. The team includes professionals with a range of backgrounds including public relations, journalism, social media, writing and buzz marketing. We’re looking for trailblazing, creative and collaborative professionals from a variety of fields. If that’s you, then your next home may be here. Come and do the best and most exciting work of your career at Apple! We are seeking a highly motivated PR manager to drive consumer-focused storytelling with a focus on priority moments including product launches, key seasonal moments, and cross-org activations. The successful candidate will work closely with teams across Apple PR, while also expanding and deepening the already vast network of trusted voices, outlets and platforms within our media relations network. This role also requires strong communication and project management skills, a passion for Apple, and the ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in public relations
Strong media relations skills exhibited through day-to-day pitching and a deep understanding of creating and executing effective briefs
Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Fluency in English required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree/University education in media and communications
Ability to deepen existing and establish new relationships across storytelling platforms with a focus on culture, lifestyle and general interest
Proactive in creative cross-platform story ideas that map back to overarching priorities and key moments
Ability to oversee the activity, media strategy and comms of consumer-focused activity across a multi-phased plan.
Project management skills for high-profile media activity from events to curated intimate experiences
Clear understanding of internal and external stakeholder requirements, expectations, and needs
Experience in latest trends, such as newsletters and the creator space
Track record of successfully delivering creative PR campaigns that have resulted in meaningful impact
Self-motivated, possess a positive team-player attitude, and highly passionate about consumer technology
Self-starter who demonstrates creative and critical thinking abilities