Equip is the leading virtual, evidence-based eating disorder treatment program on a mission to ensure that everyone with an eating disorder can access treatment that works. Created by clinical experts in the field and people with lived experience, Equip builds upon evidence-based treatments to empower individuals to reach lasting recovery. All Equip patients receive a dedicated care team, including a therapist, dietitian, physician, and peer and family mentor. The company operates in all 50 states and is partnered with most major health insurance plans. Learn more about our strong outcomes and treatment approach at www.equip.health
Founded in 2019, Equip has been a fully virtual company since its inception and is proud of the highly-engaged, passionate, and diverse Equisters that have created Equip’s culture. Recognized by Time as one of the most influential companies of 2023, along with awards from Linkedin and Lattice, we are grateful to Equipsters for building a sustainable treatment program that has served thousands of patients and families.
We are seeking a PR Lead to help reinforce Equip as the leading eating disorder treatment program by driving meaningful storytelling across business and consumer audiences. In this role, the candidate will manage day-to-day PR efforts, including proactive, ongoing pitching, securing press, and facilitating & prepping interviews. The PR Lead will drive the Company’s award and speaker submission program, foster spokesperson engagement, and help identify public sphere conversations where Equip can provide meaningful discourse.
Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams and stakeholders are crucial to the role.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the management and execution of PR campaigns for business and consumer opportunities, combined with always-on media relations efforts
- Draft thoughtful and compelling press materials (press releases, messaging documents, executive bios, press briefings, etc.)
- Manage press coverage and reports continuously, including monthly, quarterly, and yearly analysis
- Develop campaign recaps, including detailed performance metrics and results
- Assist with spokesperson media training and interview prep sessions
- Monitor culture and industry news/trends to identify opportunities for Equip to lend insights
- Foster spokesperson engagement through brainstorms and new communication channels
Your qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (a focus in Communications/Public Relations is a plus)
- 3+ years of experience in an agency or in-house PR role
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
- Proactive approach with a professional demeanor & can-do attitude
- Bias for fresh, innovative thinking and idea-sharing
- Consistent attention to detail with top-notch organizational skills
- Results-oriented mentality and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Highly dependable and trustworthy, especially with sensitive information
Preferred qualifications:
- At least one prior full-time role in the media relations/public relations/marketing field
- Experience in the evaluation of PR analytics and measurement tools
- Experience in the healthcare sector
- Experience leveraging media tools like Muckrack and task management software
Compensation and Benefits:
Equip offers competitive compensation and benefits programs as well as, career development opportunities, and exciting team retreats to ensure community and connection. The Talent Acquisition team will provide candidates with our benefit guide and share compensation information beyond posted bands. Below we have highlighted a list of some of our most popular benefits.
Short and long term incentives, including yearly bonus potential
Remote work from home
Flexible PTO & Leave programs
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Wellness and reproductive care programs
401k retirement savings plan
Home office set-up stipend
Co-working monthly stipend
Equal Employment Opportunity:
At Equip, we believe that our diverse perspectives are our biggest strengths — and that embracing them will create real change in healthcare. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, training and promotion, termination, and any other terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, familial status, age, weight, disability and/or any other legally protected classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
