Manager, Public Relations Strategy

The Manager, Public Relations Strategy will lead and execute proactive and strategic media relations efforts that elevate AccuWeather's global brand, reinforce our position as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, and amplify our mission of saving lives and protecting property. Manager, Public Relations Strategy will report directly to the Vice President of Corporate Communications and will have direct involvement with the Director of Corporate Communications and the Media Relations Supervisor, as well as lead and mentor the corporate communications interns.

This role is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with national, regional, and trade media; providing strategic guidance to secure high-impact coverage of AccuWeather's news and content; shaping compelling narratives around AccuWeather's Superior Accuracy™, products, innovation, leadership, and enterprise solutions; and supporting executive visibility. Manager, Public Relations Strategy will serve as a key strategic advisor, ensuring consistent, timely, and accurate messaging across earned media channels in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute comprehensive media relations strategies aligned with corporate priorities, product launches, major weather events, research releases, partnerships, and company milestones
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with reporters, editors, producers, and influencers across national, business, technology, science, trade, and broadcast media
• Draft, edit, and oversee the distribution of press releases, media advisories, statements, talking points, FAQs, and executive messaging
• Lead proactive media outreach strategy to secure coverage highlighting AccuWeather's Superior Accuracy™, innovation, thought leadership, AccuWeather For Business solutions, and the AccuWeather Network
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