PR & Communications Lead
PR & Communications Lead
Posted on :
25-07-2025
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Monthly Salary
$ 100000 - 135000
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
25-07-2025
Job Description
About Hive
Hive has raised over $120M in capital from leading investors including General Catalyst 8VC Glynn Capital Bain & Company Visa Ventures and others. We have over 250 employees globally in our San Francisco Seattle and Delhi offices. Please reach out if you are interested in joining the future of AI!
The Role
Hive is looking for an experienced communications professional to build and lead the Public Relations and Communications function reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the broader executive team. As the first hire dedicated to this function you will drive our external narrative manage strategic communications and increase Hives visibility across media and industry conversations. This will be an individual contributor role to start but we expect this person to grow the function potentially managing agency relationships and/or additional internal team members over time.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute Hives strategic communications roadmap owning all external PR and communications efforts across media relations press releases thought leadership and corporate messaging
- Proactively identify and secure earned media opportunities to elevate Hives brand technology and leadership team in top-tier publications and industry outlets
- Write and edit high-quality content across formatsincluding press releases media statements blog posts and executive bylinesthat clearly communicate Hives story and point of view
- Develop and maintain key media relationships across business tech and AI-focused outlets; serve as the primary point of contact for all media inquiries
- Collaborate closely with internal teams (product legal engineering HR) to surface compelling stories and ensure accurate and consistent messaging
- Act as a strategic communications partner to internal stakeholders advising on messaging and positioning for product launches partnerships events and issues management
- Manage external communications around major company milestones such as product launches partnerships and funding announcements
- Monitor press coverage industry trends and competitor narratives to identify opportunities or risks and share relevant insights with internal teams
- Support internal communications as needed including executive messaging and all-hands updates
- Own communications reporting including press activity tracking share of voice and impact metrics
- Adhere to policies guidelines and procedures pertaining to the protection of information assets
Requirements
- 5 years of experience in public relations corporate communications or a related field with a preference for candidates who have worked in fast-paced tech or AI-driven environments
- Proven track record of securing high-quality media coverage and managing end-to-end communications efforts
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear engaging narratives
- Strong news judgment and a keen understanding of media cycles journalist priorities and industry dynamics
- Able to operate independently and strategically in a fast-moving startup environment; experience building functions from the ground up is a plus
- Comfortable collaborating with executive stakeholders and representing the company externally with credibility and confidence
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities adapt quickly to changing circumstances and deliver high-quality work on deadline
- Strong attention to detail and a high editorial standard
Nice to Have
- Experience working with or managing PR agencies or freelancers
- Familiarity with AI machine learning or other emerging technologies
- Background in crisis communications or issues management
- Understanding of SEO social media strategy or content marketing
- Media training experience for executives or spokespeople
Dont meet every qualification We encourage strong applicants to applywe are looking for the right people not just checking a box.
Who We Are
We are a group of ambitious individuals who are passionate about creating a revolutionary AI company. At Hive you will have a steep learning curve and an opportunity to contribute to one of the fastest growing AI start-ups in San Francisco. The work you do here will have a noticeable and direct impact on the development of the company.
Thank you for your interest in Hive and we hope to meet you soon!
The current expected base salary for this position ranges from $100000 - $135000. Actual compensation may vary depending on a number of factors including a candidates qualifications skills competencies and experience and location. Base pay is one part of the total compensation package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work; stock options may be offered in addition to the range provided here.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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