PR Specialist

WHAT IS BOX?

Box is the world’s leader in Intelligent Content Management. We are trusted by more than 115K organizations around the world today, including nearly 70% of the Fortune 500 and leaders across deeply regulated industries (such as AstraZeneca, JLL, and Nationwide), to protect their data, fuel collaboration, and power critical workflows with secure, enterprise AI.

By joining Box, you will have the unique opportunity to continue driving our platform forward. Content powers how we work. It’s the billions of files and information flowing across teams, departments, and key business processes every single day: contracts, invoices, employee records, financials, product specs, marketing assets, and more. Our mission is to bring intelligence to the world of content management and empower our customers to completely transform workflows across their organizations. With the combination of AI and enterprise content, the opportunity has never been greater to transform how the world works together and at Box you will be on the front lines of this massive shift.

Founded in 2005, Box is headquartered in Redwood City, CA, and we have offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

WHY BOX NEEDS YOU 

Box is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented self-starter to join the External Communications team as a PR specialist.

In this role, you’ll craft compelling stories about our company’s products and partnerships to increase brand awareness and elevate our presence in the marketplace.

Reporting to the Manager of Product and Partner Communications, you will play a critical role in driving external announcements and amplifying Box’s product vision. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, has strong relationships with traditional media, influencers, and non-traditional channels, and is passionate about the future of technology, including the AI-first enterprise.

As part of the Global Communications team, you will focus on showcasing innovation across Box’s core user products and partner ecosystem. The role requires strong writing skills and cross-functional collaboration, as you will work closely with the broader Communications team as well as Brand, Legal, and Executive Leadership.

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

• Craft and execute strategic communications plans for product and partner announcements. This includes creating press releases, blogs, video scripts, pitches, press decks, thought leadership posts for social, briefing documents, etc

• Collaborate with Partner Sales, Business Development, and Product teams to develop and impactful messaging around Box’s technology vision and product roadmap

• Identify and build new relationships with influencers and non-traditional media while maintaining relationships with existing contacts to support Box’s brand

• Support the Manager of Product and Partner Communications in executing high-profile initiatives and campaigns with excellent project management skills

• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for Box to stand out

• Support major company events such as BoxWorks and Content Cloud Summit

• Ensure all communication is cohesive with the brand image

• Track and analyze earned and owned media coverage to determine program results

• Organize, schedule, and prepare key leaders for press interviews

WHO YOU ARE 

• Required Skills 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• 3+ years of experience in public relations or corporate communications at an agency or in-house

• Experience working directly with the media, including podcasts, newsletters, and other types of storytelling influencers

• Excellent communication, writing, organizational and project management skills

• Flexible - you have a demonstrated ability to prioritize and reprioritize tasks 

• No ego - everyone at Box pitches in to get the job done

• Fast learner and go-getters 

Box lives its values, with community and in-person collaboration being a core part of our culture. Boxers are expected to work from their assigned office a minimum of 2 days per week, with a focus on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Your Recruiter will share more about how we work and company culture during the hiring process.

Head-over-heels about this role — but not sure you meet all the requirements? Apply anyway! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Box, we take a big-picture approach to hiring that fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. If you’re passionate about this opportunity, chances are, you shine pretty bright.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, and any other protected ground of discrimination under applicable human rights legislation. Box strives to respect the dignity and ‎‎independence of people with disabilities and is committed to giving them the same ‎‎opportunity to succeed as all other employees. Inclusiveness is core to our culture at Box, and we strive to ensure you get the most from your interview experience.

Box makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please complete this form. Reasonable accommodations may include scheduling adjustments, document dictation and beyond.

Notice to applicants in San Francisco:  Box, Inc and its related branches will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chair Ordinance.  The Fair Chance Ordinance is provided here. 

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