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About the Role

The Guardian is seeking a Communications Manager to support publicity for its US newsroom, commercial initiatives, and senior leadership. This role is crucial for positioning the Guardian's work and enhancing its public profile.

Responsibilities

• Support strategy and execution for editorial communications.
• Engage with the press, pitch producers, and grow media contact relationships.
• Collaborate with editors and reporters to develop strategic communications plans.
• Brainstorm and propose methods to expand senior leadership profiles.
• Help plan and program internal town halls for US staff.
• Partner cross-functionally with global communications teams to align priorities and amplify work.
• Manage the process for submitting applications for journalism awards.
• Serve as a PR point of contact during breaking news and major events.
• Draft internal communications to highlight organizational wins and events.

Requirements

• Demonstrated success securing media coverage across various platforms (tv, print, web, radio).
• Solid understanding of the media and tech landscape, with strong editorial sensibility.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple tasks with tight deadlines, lead projects, and act as a strategic advisor.
• Passion for following media, analyzing trends, and staying ahead of the news cycle.
• 3-5 years of experience within a news organization or press office with daily pitching responsibilities.

Skills

• Media relations
• Strategic communications
• Project management
• Editorial sensibility
• Public relations
• Internal communications
• Award submissions

Location

• New York, New York

Work Type

• Hybrid
• Full-time
• Permanent

Experience Level

• 3-5 years

Salary/Compensations

• $120-130K

Benefits

• 20 days of vacation leave
• 12 company holidays
• 2 personal days
• Unlimited sick time
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 401(k) Match
• Subsidized healthcare coverage (medical, vision, and dental)
• Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous parental leave with 100% pay
• Long Term and Short Term Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Wellhub
• Flexible hybrid schedule

About the Company

• The Guardian is a global news organization delivering fearless, independent journalism.
• Guardian US is an entirely digital operation headquartered in New York City, engaging US readers with international coverage and US voices.
• Core coverage areas include the climate emergency, economic and racial inequality, and digital privacy.
• Guardian US launched in 2011 with bureaus in New York, Washington DC, New Orleans, and Los Angeles.
• The Guardian is an independently owned, mission-driven organization funded by readers globally.
• The company values the talent, energy, and commitment of its people, fostering a culture of creative thinkers, award-winning journalists, and cutting-edge commercial and digital teams.
• The company encourages personal and professional growth, offering access to tools and support for professional qualifications.
• The company aims to become an environmentally regenerative company, with a signed sustainability vision and strategy.

Equal Opportunity

• The Guardian is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
• The Guardian will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
• The company values and respects all differences (seen and unseen) in all people.
• The Guardian aspires to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience it serves, ensuring equal access to career development, that voices are heard, and contributions to the future are valued.