Senior Manager, Public Relations

d-Matrix•Santa Clara, CA

4d•$150,000 - $225,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The senior manager of public relations is the first dedicated PR hire at d-Matrix, joining a corporate communications function that reports directly to the CEO. You'll be the person who turns d-Matrix's technical breakthroughs into headlines, owning media relations; managing external agencies; building analyst and influencer relationships; and supporting executive communications. This is a rare opportunity to join a company at the exact moment its narrative is breaking through with major media outlets, including CNBC, Reuters, and Bloomberg, as well as major trade press already covering the story. This is a hands-on role. You'll be pitching reporters, writing press releases, prepping the CEO for interviews, and managing agency output, all while helping build the PR function to its full potential. If you want to be the person who shapes how the world discovers a category-defining AI infrastructure company, this is the job.

Requirements

7-10 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or corporate communications—ideally in semiconductors, AI, cloud infrastructure, or enterprise technology
Proven experience managing external PR agencies and holding them accountable for results
Strong, existing relationships with technology reporters at major business and trade publications
Excellent writing and editing skills with ability to draft a press release, a CEO LinkedIn post, and an interview prep doc all in the same morning
Experience supporting C-suite executives with communications materials and media preparation
Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment where priorities shift quickly and resourcefulness matters more than process
Strong news judgment, i.e., you know what's a story, what's not, and how to frame the difference

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AI, semiconductor, or data center markets is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Own day-to-day media relations: proactive pitching, inbound inquiry management, and relationship building with reporters covering AI, semiconductors, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise technology
Develop and execute press releases, pitches, media kits, talking points, and press briefings
Build and maintain a targeted media list spanning tier-1 business press (CNBC, Bloomberg, Reuters, WSJ), tech press (WIRED, The Verge, The Information), and trade publications (EE Times, The Next Platform, HPCwire, Tom's Hardware)
Arrange spokesperson opportunities, including deskside briefings, conference 1:1 interviews, media tours, podcast appearances, and analyst days
Monitor coverage, track sentiment, and report on media impact
Manage day-to-day relationships with Aircover Communications, d-Matrix's external PR agency
Set priorities, review agency deliverables, and ensure agency output aligns with corporate messaging and brand voice
Collaborate with the VP on agency strategy, scope, and performance evaluation
Support the VP in preparing CEO and executive communications: interview prep documents, briefing materials, talking points, and speech drafts
Help develop and maintain messaging frameworks aligned with the company’s narrative
Draft and edit CEO social media posts for LinkedIn in coordination with the VP
Begin building relationships with key industry analysts covering AI infrastructure and semiconductors
Identify and engage with targeted industry influencers and creators, equipping them with content and access to d-Matrix spokespeople
Over time, develop and manage contractual arrangements with analysts and influencers for third-party content, market intelligence, and positioning guidance
Identify and manage award submissions across industry programs (TIME Best Inventions, Fast Company Next Big Things, GSA Startup to Watch, AI Breakthrough Awards, etc.)
Track deadlines, draft applications, and coordinate with cross-functional teams for supporting materials