Media Relations Senior Manager

Lumen

$132K — $193K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field.
  • At least nine years of experience in media relations, preferably in the technology sector.
  • Proven track record of securing high-impact media coverage and building strong media relationships.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
  • Strong knowledge of technology industry trends and ability to simplify complex concepts.
  • Creative, proactive, and results-oriented, with ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute media relations strategies to enhance the company's visibility.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key industry reporters and influencers.
  • Secure positive media coverage across multiple channels including social media.
  • Prepare and coach spokespeople for interviews and public events.
  • Monitor media trends and provide actionable insights to management.
  • Manage media relations resources and external vendors.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and life benefits package.
  • Voluntary lifestyle benefits that support overall wellbeing.
  • Flexible work arrangements, including remote opportunities.
  • Access to a bonus structure based on performance incentives.
Full Job Description
The Role

A leading global technology company is looking for a media relations senior manager who can drive the company's reputation and visibility in the innovation and technology space.

The Main Responsibilities
• Develop and execute strategic media relations plans to promote the company's products, services, and thought leadership in the technology sector.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key reporters, editors, influencers, and analysts who cover innovation and technology topics.
• Pitch and secure positive media coverage across a variety of channels, including print, online, broadcast, and social media.
• Prepare and coach spokespeople for media interviews, events, and speaking opportunities.
• Monitor and analyze media trends, issues, and opportunities in the technology sector and provide insights and recommendations to senior management and internal stakeholders.
• Manage media relations resources and vendors.

What We Look For in a Candidate
• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field.
• At least nine years of experience in media relations, preferably in the technology sector or with technology clients.
• Proven track record of securing high-impact media coverage and building strong media relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling stories and messages for different audiences and platforms.
• Strong knowledge of the technology industry, trends, and issues, and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and engaging narratives.
• Creative, proactive, and results-oriented, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$132,232 - $176,310 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY
$138,844 - $185,124 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$145,456 - $193,940 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.

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Requisition #: 342373

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