SmartBug Media is the full service digital agency of choice for organizations looking to create resilient growth across the entire customer lifecycle. From marketing to sales, revenue operations to customer success, and e-commerce to integration, SmartBug combines sound strategies and technology with top talent to de-risk the future and set the course for continued success. As a fully remote team of over 300 professionals, we believe in delivering exceptional work without compromising work/life balance, no matter where you are. Recognized globally, we've made the Inc. 5000 list seven times, the Adweek 100 four years running, and won numerous Comparably awards for our culture and leadership. We're not just HubSpot's highest-rated partner worldwide but also a two-time HubSpot NA Partner of the Year and proud Elite Partner. Add to that our Master Elite partnership with Klaviyo and our proud partnerships with Shopify and Google.
SmartBug Marketing is seeking a skilled freelance PR Specialist to enhance and support our clients’ PR efforts.
Working closely with SmartBug’s PR Manager, the PR Specialist will help execute PR strategy for our clients, including research, media outreach, press release development, speaking and award submissions, and performance reporting. This is a remote, part-time freelance role, perfect for someone with strong pitching skills and a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct research to build targeted media and analyst contact lists.
- Develop compelling pitches tailored to podcasts, YouTube, and other digital platforms.
- Write and distribute press releases to media contacts.
- Secure media opportunities and build strong relationships with key influencers and journalists.
- Coordinate submissions for speaking engagements and industry awards.
- Track, analyze, and report on PR performance metrics.
- Stay updated on media trends and opportunities, particularly in digital video and audio spaces.
Requirements:
- 3-5 years of relevant PR experience, with a strong track record of securing podcast placements.
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or a related field.
- Proficiency with PR tools such as PRNewswire and MuckRack.
- Exceptional research, writing, and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Hands-on experience with project management tools; familiarity with Teamwork is a plus.
- Experience working remotely in a similar role.
- Proven ability to build relationships with media contacts and effectively manage communications strategies.
Preferred but not required:
Benefits & Perks:
- Health insurance with company contribution
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid vacation
- Paid time off
- 4-week paid sabbatical every 5 years of employment
- Monthly remote work allowance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Flexible spending plan
- Company-funded short-term disability and life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Annual leadership conference, SmartBugaPalooza
- Training budget
- The flexibility of working remotely
Ready to apply?
Submit your resume and a portfolio of successful pitches, particularly for podcasts and digital video platforms.
What We Do
All Systems, Grow.
Get the most out of your full customer lifecycle with SmartBug Media, a full service digital agency creating resilient growth in every phase to deliver predictable growth for your organization.
We Know Where You Grow from Here.
We empower you to leverage the tools you're already using while introducing you to cutting-edge revenue and predictable revenue-generating strategies. Backed by deep technical expertise, SmartBug is ready to skyrocket your company.
Unmatched Expertise, Uncompromising Quality.
We don't throw around the word “expert” lightly. Our team is composed of industry veterans who've honed their technical and strategic skills from top-tier universities and globally-renowned brands. With us, you collaborate with experienced professionals unmatched anywhere else.
For over 15 years, we've not only mastered HubSpot, earning Partner of the Year twice and Elite Solutions Partner status. We have also established ourselves as a Klaviyo Master Elite partner, Google Premier partner, and proud Shopify partner. But we aren't about titles—it's our proven success, reflected in 500+ 5-star reviews, that speaks for our commitment to success.
Now is the time to grow with SmartBug.
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