Public Relations Manager - San Francisco
8 hours ago
Job description
Inkitt is building the Disney of the 21st Century, standing at the forefront of technology and entertainment. Leveraging AI and predictive algorithms, Inkitt discovers unknown stories and turns them into blockbuster hits, producing a new $1M ebook every 4 weeks and selling directly to consumers through its Galatea app. Inkitt has become the 11th most bestseller-generating publisher in the world, boasting a 40x higher hit-rate than traditional publishers. Recently raising a Series C and backed by some of the top VC's such as: Khosla, Kleiner Perkins, and NEA Ventures, our recent expansion into CandyJarTV is only the beginning of our journey to becoming the next-gen entertainment powerhouse.Inkitt is seeking a Public Relations Manager to be our resident PR expert and drive impactful campaigns, brand storytelling, and media relations within the romance and book communities. This role is ideal for someone comfortable taking ownership, working independently, and collaborating cross-functionally to amplify Inkitt's brand presence.
What You'll Do
- Develop and execute PR strategies that elevate Inkitt's brand within romance, romantasy, and contemporary book circles—driving recognition as an industry thought leader in digital publishing and entertainment.
- Secure earned media by cultivating relationships with journalists, influencers, and literary tastemakers who shape the romance and romance-adjacent genres.
- Draft and refine press releases, media pitches, and executive commentary that reflect deep knowledge of romance trends, book culture, and influential fandoms—collaborating with marketing and content teams for maximum impact.
- Identify and coordinate creative opportunities to feature Inkitt's leadership and authors, such as speaking engagements, interviews, and panel slots at relevant publishing and romance events.
- Serve as a strategic liaison between PR, marketing, and product to amplify romance book launches, author spotlights, and company milestones to targeted audiences.
- Monitor media coverage in romance and book communities, analyze PR metrics, and report on campaign success with insights tailored to genre dynamics.
- Respond to media inquiries and support crisis communications as part of a fast-moving team accustomed to the pace and expectations of top book and entertainment agencies.
What You'll Bring
- 7-8 years of public relations experience, with a strong background in book agencies, literary PR firms, or entertainment companies known for their work in the romance/romantasy genres.
- Demonstrated expertise in romance or book trends—fluent in genre lingo, community dynamics, and the evolving landscape of digital publishing, fandoms, and romantasy. Hands-on experience crafting creative placements and building media relationships in romance, book, or literary circles; comfortable elevating stories that resonate with passionate reader communities.
- Expertise with modern PR tools for media monitoring, campaign analytics, and digital communications tailored for book and romance verticals.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a storytelling mindset that brings romance narratives and brand stories to life with precision and flair.
- Able to work in fast-paced, collaborative environments—able to hit the ground running on multiple campaigns.
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