Senior Specialist, Communications

SENIOR SPECIALIST, COMMUNICATIONS

About the Role

As a Senior Specialist in Communications at Carvana, you will be at the forefront of shaping and amplifying our narrative across a variety of media channels. This role is ideal for an enthusiastic storyteller who thrives on pitching compelling stories and forging strong relationships with media outlets. You will bring energy and expertise to crisis communications, adeptly crafting narratives that resonate with both internal and external audiences.

At Carvana, we are industry leaders who take big swings, set ambitious goals, and inspire each other to make values-based and data-driven decisions in everything we do. Our culture is special, camaraderie is strong, and every day, we let our passion and creativity foster innovation.

What you’ll be doing

• Act as a relentless advocate for Carvana’s story, pitching to media outlets and fostering strong relationships with journalists.
• Become a subject matter expert on our industry, markets, and technology.
• Respond to media inquiries, managing communications during crises with poise and precision.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create engaging content that showcases our brand identity and consumer-centric stories.
• Monitor ongoing trends and seize opportunities to insert Carvana into relevant dialogues within the media landscape.
• Maintain consistent, on-brand messaging across all communication channels.
• Develop compelling communications assets such as press releases, media alerts, proactive media pitches, and media briefings.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you should know/have

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications or related field required.
• 3+ years of experience in public relations and/or communications roles with a focus on media relations.
• Proven track record of success in pitching stories and securing media coverage in national publications.
• Strong crisis communication skills with the ability to manage sensitive situations effectively.
• Comfort working in a high-visibility role where you will interact with senior leadership and need to perform well under pressure.
• Exceptional writing skills, able to articulate stories that captivate and engage diverse audiences.
• A proactive mindset, willing to explore unconventional angles to ensure Carvana’s story is heard.
• Experience with public company reporting communications, ensuring compliance and clarity in all disclosures.

What we’ll offer in return

• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skillset and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.

Legal stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.