Company Description

At Literati, we believe in the power of great books. We’re on a mission to curate transformative literary experiences for every reader: anyone who dreams, anyone who wonders, of any age. There are some stories no child should live without and no adult should ever forget. 

Job Description

As a Comms Manager, you will play a critical role in telling Literati’s story through earned media. You will be a part of a talented marketing team and report to the Director of Comms. You will work on the media strategy for both Literati Kids and Literati. We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and has media relations experience in a number of different verticals, experience pitching thought leadership opportunities, and can think strategically about media opportunities. 

Qualifications

WE’RE GOOD AT:
Bringing the fire. We are a startup, with all the fierce dedication and sparkling energy to accomplish great feats. Iron sharpens iron, and so we’ve refined our teams from only the strongest metals: open minds, bright ideas, and bold determination.

YOU’RE GOOD AT:

• Drafting, developing, and executing comprehensive communications strategies
• Pitching parenting, publishing, consumer tech and business reporters 
• Pitching regional stories focused on donation programs (Austin and beyond), top tier publications in markets with a lot of subscribers. 
• Drafting, editing and proofreading materials including press releases, pitches, fact sheets, FAQs, briefing notes.
• Conducting regular and thorough research on various topics, flagging relevant news updates
• CEO thought leadership/speaking engagement pitching

YOU WILL NEED:

• 5 years minimum experience in communications, integrated media relations, etc.
• Strong writing skills
• You have a growing list of relationships with media across a variety of verticals and know how to leverage those relationships to secure impactful media opportunities.
• You are a strategic thinker, bring new ideas to the table. 
• Experience pitching podcasts, business, and tech press 
• Knowledge of the book/publishing industry a plus 
• Internal comms experience a plus 
• Experience working closely with high profile individuals and media 

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WILL LOOK LIKE: 

You’ll work directly with our Director of Comms to work on all things communications for both Literati and Literati Kids product lines, philanthropic pitching (both regional and national), CEO speaking opportunities and thought leadership. We are a small but mighty team, so must be ok with media list building, reporting and lots of pitching!

Additional Information

We seek people with drive and a touch of alchemy—and if that sounds like you, you should join us. Even if your experience isn’t a precise match for the role, passion and prowess will always win the day in our book. And if your career has taken you to some spectacular (or spectacularly strange) places? We love a good story.

At Literati, we value the power of reading for all: anyone who dreams, anyone who wonders, anyone of any age, from any background. We are dedicated to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness that sees, reflects, welcomes, and celebrates the innovation and talent of a diverse array of people.