We are looking for an experienced communications professional to serve as Tech PR Specialist. This position reports to the PR Director and works in close collaboration with the rest of the PR team as well as staff throughout the organization to identify opportunities for greater Dynatech IT visibility in the mass media. Ideal candidates are PR professionals with deep experience in the tech PR field successfully pitching national & international reporters and broadcast media, drafting press releases and statements. We will deeply appreciate candidates who will be flexible in their workstyle, able to easily adjust to changing priorities, and a team player who can solve problems to meet organizational goals.
Responsibilities
Develop press relations with tech business media in several markets – USA, Latvia, India
Drive external eminence for Dynatech through proactively pitching stories positioning the company as IT hub with great tech competences and engaging culture
Contribute for tech blogs of the company (not less than two articles per month)
Develop and maintain media lists and contacts, monitor media coverage and process incoming media requests
Explore and arrange speaking opportunities for the tech/IT team and publication opportunities on a non-paid basis
Develop talking points and prepare IT/tech team for media interviews and conferences
Oversee annual awards ceremonies in IT industry, prepare applications for participation and awards, as well as manage further process
Arrange IT partner events (hackathons, lectures, workshops)
Create, develop and keep updated media kit of the company
Oversee and update information about the Dynatech in external sites
Requirements
Experience in public relations/media relations for more than 3 years
Experience in tech PR for more than 1 year
Experience in award management
Experience in event management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (level C1 – C2)
Strong writing, editing, and presenting skills
Compensation: 3100 – 3600 Euro gross depending on your skills and experience