Global PR and Communications Director
Gozney, , UT, United States
Position: GLOBAL PR & COMMS DIRECTOR
Location: REMOTE, SALT LAKE CITY AREA OR NYC AREA PREFERRED
Contract: 12 month full time until February 2026
ABOUT US
At Gozney, we're on a mission to change the way the world cooks outdoors. Since 2010, Gozney has made cooking with fire easy by pioneering next-level pizza ovens. Harnessing knowledge from our origins in commercial ovens, Gozney’s multi-award-winning outdoor pizza ovens are beautiful, high-performing, durable tools designed for chefs and made intuitive for beginners, so anyone can make, create, cook, connect, discover, and grow. We are creators of new experiences, and we’re seeking motivated individuals excited to join our expanding team and embark on an incredible journey. We are passionate, innovative, bold, and relentless. All while having a ton of fun. Whether you're excited about pizza, outstanding products, food culture, lifestyle, the outdoors, or thrill-seeking – or if you're simply looking for a company that values you– apply today.
SUMMARY
As the Global PR & Comms Director, you’ll be responsible for the development and implementation of our PR and Communications strategy across four key markets. Leading and managing regional PR teams to grow brand advocacy and awareness. This role requires a seasoned strategic leader with extensive knowledge of consumer PR, thought leadership, crisis comms and affiliates. For this FTC we are looking for a dynamic and creative comms specialist with a particular expertise within the US market who is confident within a rapidly evolving, fast paced and disruptive business environment.
This is an FTC, covering a 12-month leave until February 2026. The role reports to the Chief Marketing and Revenue Officer.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Development and implementation of our global PR & Communications strategy
- Manage and mentor the global PR team consisting of two in-house regional press officers and two regional agencies within the US, UK, Australia and Germany
- Develop and manage global materials, budgets, and reporting tools
- Provide executive communications support for the leadership team, alongside stakeholder communications counsel to wider departments
- Lead on issue and crisis management
- Build a disruptive affiliate strategy that supports our broader department objectives
- Prepare and submit all award entries across design, product and business
- Partner with broader department and business leaders, contributing to an effective and measurable business strategy to drive brand familiarity and growth
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- 6+ years of proven experience leading a PR team with a track record of success in multiple international markets
- Extensive knowledge of consumer PR, thought leadership, crisis comms, affiliates and investor relations
- Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced, global environment
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with a proven ability to build and motivate global teams
- Outstanding written, presentation and verbal communications skills, with the ability to distil messages into clear, compelling communications in a variety of formats
- Possession of existing press relationships and a strong understanding of the media/digital landscape particularly within the US
- Ability to articulate and co-create strategies with a wide range of people, including senior leaders, agency partners, and employees at all levels of experience
- Extensive knowledge of the role of affiliates within the modern media landscape
- Detail-orientated with exceptional organizational, budgeting, and project management skills, adaptable to regional requirements
- Analytical mindset, with experience measuring PR success through KPIs and data to inform global strategy
- Creativity and a passion for creating memorable and disruptive PR campaigns to drive greater brand advocacy and awareness
A BIT ABOUT WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary, bonus scheme, 401K match program,
- Medical/dental/vision, and pizza!
- Flexible/Unlimited PTO policy
- Fun hybrid work environment
- Free Roccbox and Friends and Family discount on Gozney products
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Gozney is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals of varied nationalities, backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Our ongoing commitment is to foster an inclusive and supportive workplace, enabling you to excel in your career.