Public Relations Specialist

• Develop and execute public relations and communications strategies that support igus, Inc.’s brand, positioning, and business objectives.
• Write, edit, and distribute press releases, media pitches, and other PR communications.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and industry influencers across relevant business and trade media.
• Coordinate media interviews and other PR-related activities.
• Monitor media coverage and social media channels; report on performance, reach, and impact.
• Manage company social media channels with the Digital Marketing Manager, including content planning, posting, engagement, and performance analysis.
• Ensure consistent messaging across PR, social media, advertising, and other marketing channels in collaboration with internal teams.
• Support the development, execution, and tracking of company branding initiatives.
• Leverage existing media relationships and proactively develop new contacts within business and industry media.
• Analyze PR, social, and paid media results and communicate insights to stakeholders on a regular cadence.
• Own and manage the relationship with the external Marketing Agency, ensuring alignment with company goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Oversee project management of igus, Inc.’s paid media and advertising plan, coordinating with digital marketing, creative, leadership teams, and external partners.

• Own and lead PR-related igus programs, coordinating internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure consistent, effective execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in public relations or communications; B2B manufacturing or technical industry experience preferred.
• Experience managing professional social media accounts and coordinating paid or third‑party advertising.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical topics into clear messaging.
• Demonstrated ability to manage agencies, vendors, and external partners.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and execution.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive base salary with ongoing growth opportunities
• Complete benefits package:
  • co. paid HSA medical plan
  • co. paid dental
  • co. paid life
  • long term disability insurance
  • 3% safe harbor retirement company contribution
• 20 Paid Time Off days per year, plus 9 holidays
• Subsidized lunch on-site

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