Senior PR Coordinator Job at Scribd, Inc. in Seattle

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About The Company

At Scribd (pronounced “scribbed”), our mission is to spark human curiosity. Join our team as we create a world of stories and knowledge, democratize the exchange of ideas and information, and empower collective expertise through our three products : Everand, Scribd, and Slideshare.

We support a culture where our employees can be real and be bold; where we debate and commit as we embrace plot twists; and where every employee is empowered to take action as we prioritize the customer.

When it comes to workplace structure, we believe in balancing individual flexibility and community connections. It’s through our flexible work benefit, Scribd Flex, that employees – in partnership with their manager – can choose the daily work-style that best suits their individual needs. A key tenet of Scribd Flex is our prioritization of intentional in-person moments to build collaboration, culture, and connection. For this reason, occasional in-person attendance is required for all Scribd employees, regardless of their location.

GRIT

So what are we looking for in new team members? Well, we hire for “GRIT”. The textbook definition of GRIT is demonstrating the intersection of passion and perseverance towards long term goals. At Scribd, we are inspired by the potential that this can unlock, and ask each of our employees to pursue a GRIT-ty approach to their work. In a tactical sense, GRIT is also a handy acronym that outlines the standards we hold ourselves and each other to. Here’s what that means for you : we’re looking for someone who showcases the ability to set and achieve G oals, achieve R esults within their job responsibilities, contribute I nnovative ideas and solutions, and positively influence the broader T eam through collaboration and attitude.

About The Role

Scribd, Inc. is seeking a highly organized, proactive Communications Associate to support our in-house PR team as we grow Scribd's visibility across publishing, technology, and knowledge-sharing communities.

This role blends foundational media relations with emerging digital skills in AI-era content visibility, supporting both day-to-day operations and high-visibility campaigns across all Scribd, Inc.'s portfolio of brands. You'll work directly with cross-functional teams, external partners, and senior leaders to manage brand presence across traditional media and emerging platforms, creating compelling content that resonates with diverse audiences as part of our mission to shape the future of reading and knowledge sharing.

About The Team

Scribd, Inc.'s Communications team drives visibility and thought leadership across the publishing, technology, and knowledge-sharing landscape. You'll join a dynamic, collaborative team that values strategic thinking, authentic engagement, and innovative approaches to modern PR. Working alongside seasoned freelancers and in-house collaborators, you'll help execute thoughtful, high-impact communications programs that build brand loyalty and advocacy through community-first thinking and cultural curiosity.

About You

You're a natural communicator with strong organizational abilities and a growth mindset about AI and emerging technologies in communications. You bring project management capabilities with experience managing multiple campaigns and deadlines simultaneously, along with high attention to detail and strong follow-through in fast-moving environments. You have interest in reading communities and are energized by cross-functional collaboration, eager to contribute across multiple brands. You understand how authentic engagement drives brand loyalty and have an appreciation for publishing, technology, and content creator ecosystems.

You Will

• Draft core communications materials including press releases, executive bios, Q&As, media kits, fact sheets, award submissions, and contributed content
• Maintain and grow relationships with journalists in tech, media, publishing, and education sectors
• Assist with thought leadership writing based on executive input, interviews, and market research
• Optimize content for AI discovery and brand retrievability in LLM surfaces like ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, and Perplexity
• Support story pitching, proactive outreach, and media relations for trade, niche, and mainstream publications
• Manage PR calendars and coordinate timelines for announcements, launches, awards, and speaking opportunities
• Track media coverage and sentiment using both traditional monitoring tools and AI-powered analytics
• Support launch communications and internal messaging for product and feature rollouts
• Manage presence on Wikipedia, Crunchbase, and similar digital surfaces to ensure brand consistency

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Bonus Points If You

At Scribd, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and is determined within a range. Our pay ranges are based on the local cost of labor benchmarks for each specific role, level, and geographic location. San Francisco is our highest geographic market in the United States. In the state of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $51,000 [minimum salary in our lowest geographic market within California] to $79,500 [maximum salary in our highest geographic market within California].

In the United States, outside of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $42,000[minimum salary in our lowest US geographic market outside of California] to $76,000 [maximum salary in our highest US geographic market outside of California].

In Canada, the reasonably expected salary range is between $53,000 CAD[minimum salary in our lowest geographic market] to $70,500 CAD[maximum salary in our highest geographic market].

We carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including but not limited to experience; job-related skill sets; relevant education or training; and other business and organizational needs. The salary range listed is for the level at which this job has been scoped. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for a competitive equity ownership, and a comprehensive and generous benefits package.

Working At Scribd, Inc.

Are you currently based in a location where Scribd is able to employ you? Employees must have their primary residence in or near one of the following cities. This includes surrounding metro areas or locations within a typical commuting distance :

United States

Atlanta | Austin | Boston | Dallas | Denver | Chicago | Houston | Jacksonville | Los Angeles | Miami | New York City | Phoenix | Portland | Sacramento | Salt Lake City | San Diego | San Francisco | Seattle | Washington D.C.

Canada

Ottawa | Toronto | Vancouver

Mexico

Mexico City

Benefits, Perks, And Wellbeing At Scribd

Want to learn more about life at Scribd? www.linkedin.com / company / scribd / life

We want our interview process to be accessible to everyone. You can inform us of any reasonable adjustments we can make to better accommodate your needs by emailing accommodations@scribd.com about the need for adjustments at any point in the interview process.

Scribd is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, and believe that a diversity of perspectives and experiences create a foundation for the best ideas. Come join us in building something meaningful.

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