Senior PR Associate, AI & Enterprise Tech

THE OPPORTUNITY

Mission North is a strategic communications agency for influential companies to build, protect, and renew their impact. Market-shaping brands like Brex, Google, Mozilla, Snowflake, and Zoom have turned to us to navigate change and accelerate impact at every stage. Our award-winning culture of curiosity allows us to attract the best communicators and mobilize them around tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges. Our stories about breakthrough innovations and movements—and the iconic teams behind them—have influenced hundreds of billions of dollars in market value. Join our vibrant communications agency dedicated to nurturing dynamic professionals seeking a career embedded in purpose and impact. Currently, we're searching for a Sr. Associate to join our team! One Team, All In As a benefit corporation, we’re committed to making a positive difference through our work, culture, and community investments. * We give back 2% of profits, 2% of our time, and 2% of partner equity to support causes in our local communities, and have invested more than $2 million through grants, donations, and pro bono services. * Through our cross-industry fellowship and sponsorship initiative, Foster the Future, we’re creating pathways for the next generation of communications leaders. * Diversity, belonging, and equity are woven into our business and culture. We continue to advance our policies and practices to foster a more progressive organization and industry. Move With Purpose

• Serve as the day-to-day client contact for key programs
• Conceptualize and drive proactive campaigns and launches
• Prep executives and staff media briefings
• Support new business initiatives and play an active role in pitches
• Delegate tasks, manage and mentor Associates and Account Coordinators
• Draft pitches, press releases for tier 1-2 media, bylines, speaking

abstracts, campaigns plans and briefing materials

• Plan and organize press/analyst tours and tradeshows
• Proactively pitch media and influencers and develop media relationships

Go Deeper: * 5-7 years of communications or PR experience, preferably with technology companies or related industries * Established relationships with technology trade press/analyst community and business press * Experience working with clients (prior agency experience is a plus, but not required) * Excellent organizational, communications (written and verbal) and time management skills * Proficiency with basic computer and PR tech applications including MuckRack, Lexis, Sysomos, Meltwater, CatchPole, Google Docs and News Alerts, and MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Ability to travel to and from client/new business meetings as appropriate
• Experience pitching new business
• Experience with ai & enterprise technology companies

Great Minds, Don’t Think Alike: * We’ve built an award-winning culture of curiosity and experimentation. Mission North is a Fast Company Most Innovative Company, ranking #3 in its inaugural PR and Brand Strategies category. * We foster a culture of lifelong learning and personal growth, supporting employees in their professional development. * Recognition for hard work is at the heart of our culture, with opportunities for advancement and rewards. * We invest in our people, offering a competitive compensation package [ profit sharing, 401K matching program, professional development stipend, and comprehensive benefits. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel. Statement of Non-Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination and harassment based on “protected categories,” we also strive to prevent other subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (i.e., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our office. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at Mission North. We value a diverse workforce – people who identify as women, non-binary or gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, American Indian or Native Alaskan, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, differently-abled, caretakers and parents, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Thank you to the Level Playing Field Institute for this statement of non-discrimination. Compensation Actual compensation within the pay range will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills and prior relevant experience. Mission North cares about you and your overall well-being, and that’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, for full-time employees, that includes healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan including an employer match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid time off, paid parental leave, and several paid holidays, among others. Pay Range: Expected Salary range depending on experience: $75,000-$90,000, not including year end profit sharing bonus.