Media Relations Manager

OUR STORY AND HOW YOU CAN HELP CONTRIBUTE

Everything But The House (EBTH) is a revolutionary marketplace, making it easier to find or sell secondhand goods, headquartered in Cincinnati, OH. EBTH was born out of a passion for helping people via a full-service approach to consignment; revolutionizing how homeowners, estate managers, dealers and collectors connect with a world of shoppers seeking rare and wonderful things. Each day the global auction platform unleashes an ever-changing assortment of art, jewelry, fashion, collectibles, antiques and more, most with a starting bid of $1.

EBTH aspires to be the first stop for secondhand online. We stand behind our work and offer every customer the “EBTH Promise”. If we don’t uphold our end of the bargain, we’ll do our best to make it right.

The Media Relations Manager is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive PR and communication strategies aligned with EBTH objectives, managing PR campaigns from ideation through completion, including writing and editing press releases, and media pitches and presentations.

As a dynamic company, we move fast and seek to continuously improve – and while this will be a very demanding position, you’ll be surrounded by a passionate team of individuals who are dedicated to the common goal of drastically changing the way personal property is sold, bought and moved across the country – and we have a lot of fun while we’re doing it. We’re proud of our journey and we’re eager to share our story with shoppers, clients and consignors across the world!

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TASKS YOU'LL BE JUGGLING:

• Cultivate and manage relationships with media outlets and journalists to secure positive coverage.
• Proactively pitch stories and handle media inquiries, ensuring favorable coverage for the company.
• Analyze and report on the performance of PR campaigns, identifying successes and areas for improvement.
• Utilize PR tools and analytics platforms to measure success and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Develop and create compelling PR and communication materials, including press kits, blog posts, website content, and social media content.
• Ensure consistency in messaging and alignment with company voice across all channels.
• Provide editorial direction and quality control for all PR-related content.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans to safeguard the reputation of the company.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for crisis communications, managing messaging, media relations, and damage control.
• Regularly monitor traditional and social media to identify potential PR issues or risks, and swiftly address, as needed.

CREDENTIALS WE ARE SEEKING

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in public relations, with a proven track record of securing media coverage.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations strategies and best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and reporting tools.
• Preferred:
  • Established network of media contacts across various industries.
  • Expertise in digital PR, influencer marketing, and content creation.
  • Knowledge of brand reputation management and social media crisis strategies.

We are not providing relocation for this position and are only accepting applications for candidates who are located in Ohio and/or the Cincinnati, OH metropolitan area.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. 

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for EBTH. EBTH does not provide sponsorship at this time.