We are seeking a highly motivated, organized individual with a proven track record of success to join our Financial Services group on the Authority Building Team (ABT). The Public Relations Specialist will help grow brand awareness and media placement for Red Ventures and its category-leading financial services websites including Bankrate and CreditCards.com. Our experts regularly appear on national television outlets such as ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, CNBC, Bloomberg, Fox Business and many others. Our properties are also a fixture in print (The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, etc.) and on the radio (NPR, ABC News Radio, CBS Radio and more).

This is a hybrid role to be based out of either our South Charlotte area office or our NYC office on a hybrid basis with three days required in office each week (Tuesday-Thursday).

What You'll Do:

• Write and edit strategic news releases and pitches for distribution to media sources
• Maintain relationships with reporters to garner positive coverage in all types of media, including print, broadcast and online
• Data analysis of national survey results
• Provide rapid responses to media inquiries, ensuring that reporters get accurate and appropriate information
• Secure and manage interviews with national and local print and broadcast media
• Develop innovative approaches to distribute content, improve media engagement and promote the company
• Plan and execute media tours
• Analyze performance data and media coverage to evaluate brand authority
• Develop and manage media lists and databases
• Prepare spokespeople for media interviews and help develop talking points

What We're Looking For:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strategic and creative thinker
• Strong time management skills and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Uses data to drive strategy, experience with data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, etc.)
• Highly motivated and organized
• 2+ years of public relations experience
• Staying on top of news trends, including personal finance and economy news
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related area: Journalism, Communications or related field

Compensation

• CLT Cash Compensation Range: $55,000-$85,000*
• NYC Compensation Range: $68,750-$100,000  
  • Note: actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications, and experience. 

Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Wellness Support

Who We Are:

Founded in 2000, Red Ventures is a portfolio of growing digital businesses that bring consumers and brands together through integrated e-commerce, strategic partnerships and many proprietary brands including Bankrate, AllConnect.com and Reviews.com. Headquartered south of Charlotte, NC, Red Ventures has over 3000 employees in offices across the US, as well as London and Sao Paulo. For more information, visit https://redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on social platforms.

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.

Red Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Red Ventures is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact accommodation@redventures.com. 

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