Public Relations Specialist

Role Overview

• Manage the full press release lifecycle for select releases: from writing and editing to securing internal/customer approvals and coordinating distribution
• Own and nurture specific media relationships to drive consistent pitching and earned media coverage
• Research and vet incoming PR opportunities, and providing actionable recommendations
• Proactively identify, manage, and maintain award and editorial opportunities
• Support and promote the Guidewire Innovation Award program
• Develop and maintain high-quality media lists
• Produce comprehensive coverage and tracking reports for key announcements
• Provide regular metrics reporting and performance analysis
• Serve as Marketing contact for external-facing customer logo updates, in cooperation with Customer Success, Sales, and Legal teams
• Support communications activities related to Guidewire-hosted and industry events
• Assist with PR and marketing initiatives, as needed

Requirements

• Two to five years of Public Relations experience or an equivalent role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience using Google Workspace (Google Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.)
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong technology skills
• College degree
• B2B storytelling experience and/or PR agency experience preferred

Tech Stack

• Guidewire

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• company sponsored retirement plan
• eligibility for annual company bonus plan
• commissions and/or long term incentive awards