Safer Students. Better Learning. At GoGuardian our software is revolutionizing K-12 education by helping teachers and students tap the educational power of the internet in safe and inspiring ways. As the only solution in its space built exclusively by, for, and with educators, it's easy to see why GoGuardian was just named Inc. 500's fastest growing Education company and 5th fastest growing Software company. 

As the Public Relations & Communications Specialist you’ll provide key coordination between the marketing team, internal stakeholders and third parties. You will collaborate with multiple functions to ensure messaging is consistent across all channels for internal and external communications.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional project leadership skills, with the proven ability to manage multiple fast-paced projects from start to finish. She/he will work with a sense of urgency to follow-up on and manage tasks, keep projects on track while also keeping others well informed.

Responsibilities:

• As the day-to-day PR contact, field media queries and generate responses with timely and accurate information to meet deadlines; drive tactical execution in coordination with external PR Consultant
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization to align communication strategy and support PR efforts
• Participate in the planning and development of relevant copy for press releases, blogs, media pitches, FAQs, crisis plans, etc.
• Proactively identify, recommend and submit GoGuardian for relevant awards, content syndication, speaking and thought leadership opportunities; maintain strong relationships with key business and trade press
• Establish, maintain and manage the marketing communication calendar
• Participate in identifying new and better ways to help build the GoGuardian brand with education and mainstream audiences

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years’ relevant experience within a corporate public relations and/or communications department or at a PR/communications agency
• Strong understanding of the media, public relations and other communication channels
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask effectively
• Strong project management skills and experience meeting aggressive timelines
• Exceptional communications skills, including strong verbal and copywriting ability, with expertise interpreting and translating technical information into dynamic and memorable messaging
• Demonstrated ability to successfully interact and communicate with senior management, colleagues, vendors and others to secure and coordinate communication deliverables
• Proven passion for branding and storytelling, with the ability to bring forward imaginative PR concepts and ideas to life that result in meaningful, impactful media exposure

Learn more about us at www.GoGuardian.com.