rag & bone
Director/Sr. Director, Public Relations Job at rag & bone in New York
rag & bone, New York, NY, United States, 10261
About rag & bone From our origins in New York in 2002, rag & bone was founded on a belief of uncompromising ideals: a commitment to doing things the right way, not the easy way. To making things that are as original as they are timeless. To being true to ourselves, even when that truth sets us apart from the mainstream.
We still believe in the same principles we started with: the easy elegance of classic British tailoring, the authenticity of American workwear, and the originality of our home city, New York. As New Yorkers, community and authenticity have become synonymous with our brand. An inclusive environment at rag & bone upholds our original values by encouraging employee connection and empowering each individual to have a voice on policy, process, and collaboration for a more equitable future.
Job Summary
The Sr. Manager, Public Relations role supports the business in press relations working closely with the creative, digital, and product teams.
Responsibilities
Oversee PR product editorial for rag & bone men’s and women’s collections with national and regional media outlets
Support print and online media outreach on key corporate and fashion-related initiatives to secure features and news items
Writing all press releases for external brand announcements and internal corporate communications
Assist in development and execution of seasonal brand plans and high-level media strategies
Work closely with Europe and International teams on any editorial requests and special projects
Maintain strong print and online editorial relationships with key editors, stylists, and influencers
Oversee sample tracking system for editorial, advertising, and wholesale sample requests
Develop strong internal relationships - liaise with Design, Sales, Merchandising, and Buying for comprehensive understanding of product and seasonal inspirations/intent
Manage seasonal lookbook planning, distribution, and editorial strategy
Manage editor appointments for seasonal presentations and special events
Oversee seasonal press showroom and manage merchandise accordingly in partnership with Sales and Visual Merchandising teams
Manage internal distribution of all fashion media placements
Manage seasonal press days, including scheduling, creation of materials, booking and hosting editor appointments
Management of press agencies in domestic and international markets where applicabl
Attend key internal meetings and update managers and team accordingly
Manage project-specific budgets
Requirements In-depth and demonstrable understanding of the global fashion industry
Strong network and contacts in the fashion industry
Excellent presentation skills
Appetite for new brand development opportunities
Excellent decision-making skills
Strong writing and communications skills
Extremely well-organized and efficient with numbers
Proactive, can-do attitude
Rules we live by | Rules you live by
Be a Good Human - Be original, be authentic. Stand for diversity, equitability & inclusivity.
Have No Fear - Innovate, solve problems
Own Every Decision - Work together, get results
Quality Matters – Not only with product but we see it in our people
Make S**t Happen -Be disciplined, be competitive
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Clothing Allowance
Generous Employee Discount
Paid Parental Leave
Membership to Calm and access to other wellness benefits
Medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits
401k
Annual Salary Pay Range
$170,000—$185,000 USD rag & bone is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. No employee or applicant is discriminated against because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.