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Job Title: Public External Communication Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Public External Communication Manager to lead strategic campaign management initiatives. This role involves serving as the primary liaison with external PR agencies, overseeing agency deliverables, and managing project timelines to ensure the successful execution of corporate PR campaigns and product launches.

Responsibilities

+ Serve as the primary liaison with external PR agencies, ensuring flawless execution of the corporate PR campaign and product launch initiatives.

+ Oversee agency deliverables, coordinate interviews, and manage project timelines to ensure all campaign elements are completed on schedule.

+ Act as a campaign/project manager, proactively identifying and resolving issues, and escalating to leadership as needed.

+ Own local media outreach for product campaigns, including building targeted media lists for major U.S. cities and pitching to traditional and non-traditional outlets.

+ Repurpose agency press releases into compelling pitches tailored for local reporters and bloggers.

+ Execute outreach via email and cold calling, building authentic relationships with media contacts to maximize coverage and event attendance.

+ Collaborate with agencies to adapt national messaging for local relevance, ensuring alignment with brand voice and campaign objectives.

+ Track and organize media coverage, providing clear recaps and insights to internal stakeholders.

+ Use media tools to monitor media placements, track campaign performance, and report on reach and sentiment.

+ Document outreach efforts and results, balancing quality and quantity of coverage, and providing context for campaign outcomes.

+ Assist with editorial calendar pulls, thought leadership audits, and internal coordination for campaign rollouts as needed.

+ Support internal communications for campaign launches, acting as a point of contact for internal stakeholders.

Essential Skills

+ Public relations

+ Press release

+ Marketing communications

+ Media relations

+ External Communication

+ Pitching

+ Campaign management

+ Campaign execution

+ Administrative support

+ Microsoft Office

+ Media database tools

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in communications, PR, marketing, or related field.

+ 3–5+ years of progressive experience in external communications, media relations, or PR, with a strong track record of pitching and campaign execution.

+ Hands-on experience with media database tools.

+ Proven ability to manage agency relationships and coordinate multi-channel campaigns.

+ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable with cold outreach and relationship building.

+ Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

+ Experience working with both traditional and digital media; influencer relations a plus.

+ Strong project management skills and attention to detail.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

+ Temporary role; ability to quickly ramp up and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

The role offers a hybrid work environment with 3 days on-site and 2 days remote. You will report to the director and work collaboratively with other team members. This is an 8-week assignment, requiring flexibility and adaptability to swiftly deliver results.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.70 - $62.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Ontario,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.