Public Relations Manager

Public Relations Manager

Inkitt is building the Disney of the 21st Century, standing at the forefront of technology and entertainment. Leveraging AI and predictive algorithms, Inkitt discovers unknown stories and turns them into blockbuster hits, producing a new $1M ebook every 4 weeks and selling directly to consumers through its Galatea app. Inkitt has become the 11th most bestseller-generating publisher in the world, boasting a 40x higher hit-rate than traditional publishers. Recently raising a Series C and backed by some of the top VC's such as : Khosla, Kleiner Perkins, and NEA Ventures, our recent expansion into CandyJarTV is only the beginning of our journey to becoming the next-gen entertainment powerhouse.

Inkitt is seeking a Public Relations Manager to be our resident PR expert and drive impactful campaigns, brand storytelling, and media relations within the romance and book communities. This role is ideal for someone comfortable taking ownership, working independently, and collaborating cross-functionally to amplify Inkitt's brand presence.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute PR strategies that elevate Inkitt's brand within romance, romantasy, and contemporary book circlesdriving recognition as an industry thought leader in digital publishing and entertainment.
• Secure earned media by cultivating relationships with journalists, influencers, and literary tastemakers who shape the romance and romance-adjacent genres.
• Draft and refine press releases, media pitches, and executive commentary that reflect deep knowledge of romance trends, book culture, and influential fandomscollaborating with marketing and content teams for maximum impact.
• Identify and coordinate creative opportunities to feature Inkitt's leadership and authors, such as speaking engagements, interviews, and panel slots at relevant publishing and romance events.
• Serve as a strategic liaison between PR, marketing, and product to amplify romance book launches, author spotlights, and company milestones to targeted audiences.
• Monitor media coverage in romance and book communities, analyze PR metrics, and report on campaign success with insights tailored to genre dynamics.
• Respond to media inquiries and support crisis communications as part of a fast-moving team accustomed to the pace and expectations of top book and entertainment agencies.

What You'll Bring

$145,000 - $180,000 a year

Salary offers are determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and alignment with the requirements of the role, as well as internal equity and market benchmarks.

At Inkitt, we strive to build a company culture and provide employment opportunities based on diversity and inclusion. We believe every author should have an equal opportunity to succeed, as should our team members. As a growing team from 20+ countries, we welcome everyone to apply.

We look forward to hearing from you!