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Senior PR and Communications Manager

Outpost · Los Angeles, United States

Digital MarketingImported listingfull-time23 days ago

About The Role

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Senior PR</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2"> and </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Communications</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Manager</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335551550":2,"335551620":2,"335559738":360,"335559739":120}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><em><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">Location:</span></span></em></strong><em><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"2fd183b4-ad5c-5199-9fc7-89a6d0356079|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469777841,"Arial",469777842,"Arial",469777843,"Arial",469777844,"Arial",469769226,"Arial",268442635,"22",469775450,"apple-converted-space",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"apple-converted-space",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Playa Vista, CA (in-person, 5 days/week)</span></span></em><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The return lane isn’t going to build itself. Come build it with us.</strong></p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Outpost is an orbital logistics company rewriting the rules of global logistics by building reusable Earth-return vehicles that unlock in-space manufacturing, on-orbit warehousing, and 60-minute global delivery through space.</p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Our CarryAll vehicle family returns payloads ranging from 200 kilograms to 10 metric tons, lands within 10 meters of its target, and can then be refurbished and launched again. One vehicle, many missions: responsive logistics and precision delivery for national security; commercial cargo moved with real cadence; R&D payloads flown, tested, and refined across repeatable cycles; and critical aid delivered where roads and runways can’t reach.</p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">The demand is already here, validated through defense and civil agreements and supported by a growing pipeline of government and commercial customers.</p>
<p>We have the customers, the team, and a clear technical path ahead of us. We’re building the return lane. Come build it with us.</p>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">The Role</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":320,"335559739":80}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">We’re</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> hiring a</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"2fd183b4-ad5c-5199-9fc7-89a6d0356079|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469777841,"Arial",469777842,"Arial",469777843,"Arial",469777844,"Arial",469769226,"Arial",268442635,"22",469775450,"apple-converted-space",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"apple-converted-space",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}"> </span></span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space">Senior </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">PR & Communications Manager</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">to </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">build and run</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> Outpost’s day-to-day earned media and editorial </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">function</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">. </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">You’ll</span> <span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">turn c</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">omplex technical and program updates into clear, compelling stories, proactively pitch media, and help shape consistent messaging across external channels. This is a hands-on role for someone who moves fast, follows through, and can </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">operate</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> calmly</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> under pressure</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">.</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> The ideal candidate </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">would</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> own the social function </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">at first</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">, managing </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">posts and messaging across platforms</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> while </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">additio</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">nal</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> suppor</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">t is brought on</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">. </span></span> <span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">You’ll</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> partner closely with leadership, engineering, and operations</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">, and the larger marketing department in </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">supporting launches, demos, partnerships, and key company moments with strong narrative, tight execution, and smart judgment.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Responsibilities</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":320,"335559739":80,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">Own earned media execution:</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">build and run a proactive media pipeline (pitching, follow-ups, briefing docs, interview prep, coverage tracking)</span></span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">Develop Outpost narratives:</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">refine and </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">maintain</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> core messaging, boilerplate, FAQs, and proof points for customers, investors, and government/defense stakeholders</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">Create high-impact comms assets:</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">press releases, statements, bylines, talking points, media kits, website copy, and “What is Outpost?”-style scripts/decks</span></span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">Manage press operations:</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">handle inbound inquiries, coordinate interviews, prep spokespeople, and support press moments around major milestones</span></span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">Support campaigns & events:</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">coordinate PR outreach for demos, conferences, facility visits, and thought leadership opportunities</span></span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">Executive communications </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">support:</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">ghostwrite or draft comms for executives as needed (internal notes, external statements, social-ready language)</span></span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">Measure and </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">improve:</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">track results (coverage quality, share of voice, message pull-through), report insights, and iterate</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong>Qualifications </strong></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">5+ years</span></span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="apple-converted-space" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"2fd183b4-ad5c-5199-9fc7-89a6d0356079|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469777841,"Arial",469777842,"Arial",469777843,"Arial",469777844,"Arial",469769226,"Arial",268442635,"22",469775450,"apple-converted-space",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"apple-converted-space",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}"> </span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">in</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> PR/communications (in-house and/or agency), with </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">a track record</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> of landing meaningful earned coverage</span></span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Experience in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, robotics, or other deep-tech sectors</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Strong media instincts: you know what’s news, how to angle a story, and how to build relationships with journalists/producers</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Excellent writing/editing: crisp, </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">accurate</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">, fast—across press releases, talking points, web copy, and exec voice</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Comfort translating technical material into clear narratives (engineering-led products, hard-tech, or complex programs)</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Strong judgment under pressure; able to support sensitive, fast-moving situations with a risk-aware lens</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Highly organized self-starter who can manage multiple priorities and drive projects to completion</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Collaborative working style with cross-functional teams (engineering, ops, leadership, marketing)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Nice to Have</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":320,"335559739":80}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Familiarity with government stakeholders and constraints (e.g., ITAR/EAR, export controls, IP sensitivity)</span></span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Ability to capture/produce lightweight content (photo/video, basic editing) or strong instincts working with designers/producers</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Comfort using analytics to evaluate content and PR performance</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Compensation & Benefits</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Competitive compensation:</strong> $145,000 – $180,000; (commensurate with experience).</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Additional Compensation: </strong> Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Shared upside:</strong> Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Comprehensive healthcare:</strong> Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. <br></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Protection when it matters:</strong> Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>PTO</strong>: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Invest in your future:</strong> 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Fueled for the mission:</strong> Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Mission that matters: </strong>Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Pet Friendly Office:</strong> Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events:</strong> Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! </span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">You must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by</span><a href="https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/CFR-2022-title22-vol1/CFR-2022-title22-vol1-sec120-15"><span data-contrast="none"> 22 C.F.R. § 120.15</span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> ,or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>

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