What are the responsibilities and job description for the Partner PR Specialist, AWS Communications position at Amazon Web Services (AWS)?
Description
Amazon Web Services (AWS) seeks a creative, self-motivated, high-judgment, and organized public relations professional to support communications programs for the AWS Partner Network. The right candidate will have strong media relations experience, excellent writing skills, and possess strong organizational abilities.
The AWS Partner PR Specialist will support the broader AWS Partner PR team to develop, execute, and measure strategic PR campaigns. The Partner PR Specialist will work with stakeholders across the AWS organization, including colleagues in PR, services, business, and marketing, as well as with external PR and business contacts. The Partner PR Specialist will review and edit third-party press releases, cultivate and execute thought leadership programs, and identify and drive a steady pace of proactive media coverage around the innovation AWS is driving with Systems Integrators (SIs), Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), Managed Services Providers (MSPs), startups, and other partners.
The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into technology and is motivated by a dynamic, highly creative culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome. The candidate must be comfortable working sensitive issues and communicating with the media on stories that can impact AWS’s reputation.
Key job responsibilities
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $68,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $147,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Company - Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A2870499
Amazon Web Services (AWS) seeks a creative, self-motivated, high-judgment, and organized public relations professional to support communications programs for the AWS Partner Network. The right candidate will have strong media relations experience, excellent writing skills, and possess strong organizational abilities.
The AWS Partner PR Specialist will support the broader AWS Partner PR team to develop, execute, and measure strategic PR campaigns. The Partner PR Specialist will work with stakeholders across the AWS organization, including colleagues in PR, services, business, and marketing, as well as with external PR and business contacts. The Partner PR Specialist will review and edit third-party press releases, cultivate and execute thought leadership programs, and identify and drive a steady pace of proactive media coverage around the innovation AWS is driving with Systems Integrators (SIs), Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), Managed Services Providers (MSPs), startups, and other partners.
The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into technology and is motivated by a dynamic, highly creative culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome. The candidate must be comfortable working sensitive issues and communicating with the media on stories that can impact AWS’s reputation.
Key job responsibilities
- Coordinate directly with PR teams at partner organizations as well as internal stakeholders to draft media pitches to drive positive media coverage
- Support broader Partner PR team to execute media campaigns or partner announcements
- Review, edit, and provide feedback to ensure accurate positioning of AWS in third-party press releases
- Develop and foster relationships with key media and industry influencers
- Develop briefing materials, prep spokespersons, and facilitate media interviews
- Regularly review and digest industry media coverage
- Aid in tracking and delivering results to internal stakeholders
- 5 years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Business-to-business technology PR experience
- Familiarity with AI and ML, including generative AI
- Experience managing media relationships and a passion for working with media
- Experience supporting large press events
- Experience executing robust thought leadership campaigns
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Understanding of technology and ability to communicate complex topics effectively
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment and is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done
- Ability to dive deep and an innate bias for action
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $68,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $147,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Company - Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A2870499
Salary : $68,900 - $147,400
