Public Relations + Communications Associate

About the role

This role presents an exciting opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment within a rapidly growing team, with abundant prospects for career advancement. As Sezzle's Public Relations + Communications Associate, you'll help drive the communications and media strategy that shapes how the world sees Sezzle while hitting measured KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Support PR initiatives, including media monitoring, coverage tracking, and building press recaps; keep up to date with competitors on PR efforts through monthly reporting
• Partner with third-party agencies (media monitoring, GEO, influencer marketing)
• Track and report on social and PR performance metrics, helping identify insights and optimizations; stay up to date on company product updates
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align content with broader campaigns and company initiatives and goals
• Assist in developing and executing social media strategies across LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and TikTok — with the understanding that our approach to consumer social is actively being tested, so priorities and channel focus may shift based on what's performing
• Create and schedule engaging, on-brand content (copy, visuals, short-form video concepts)
• Monitor social media trends and identify opportunities for Sezzle to participate in relevant conversations
• Aid in PR & content planning, calendars, and day-to-day channel management

Qualifications

• Completed bachelor’s degree in Marketing / Journalism or related field
• 2-3 years of experience in public relations, journalism, social media, or related fields
• Fluent English (written and spoken)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail is a must
• Project management skills
• Graphic/creative design skills and knowledge in Figma is preferred
• Experience in copywriting short and engaging messages
• Experience leveraging data inputs to create segments, design tests, execute reporting and provide insights
• Demonstrated experience working with Claude or equivalent large language model tools is required; candidates must be comfortable leveraging AI to enhance productivity, research, and communication