At a glance
You will shape how RIOO shows up in the media. From building strong journalist relationships to crafting stories that deserve attention, you will lead our PR efforts end to end. The role also involves positioning RIOO's founders as thoughtful voices in the industry through features, bylines, podcasts, and conversations that matter.
Role snapshot
- PR & Communications
- Reports to: Founders / IP Lead
- Bangalore
- 23 years (PR / Media Relations / Corp Comms)
Success looks like
- Consistent coverage in priority publications
- Strong, repeat journalist relationships
- Clear founder visibility (bylines, podcasts, interviews)
What you'll do
- Build and maintain relationships with journalists across relevant beats
- Pitch tailored stories and secure features, interviews, and bylines
- Own the media database, outreach tracking, and follow-up cadence
- Shape narratives around launches, milestones, and timely industry angles
- Write and edit press materials (releases, notes, bylines, decks)
- Drive awards submissions and recognition opportunities
- Coordinate closely with Marketing and Creative on timelines and announcements
- Business & startup: Economic Times, Mint, Business Standard, Financial Express, YourStory, Inc42
- Marketing & brand: Campaign India, Exchange4Media, Afaqs, Social Samosa
- Founder platforms: Entrepreneur India, Forbes India contributor network, startup newsletters and podcasts
Requirements
- 23 years in PR, media relations, corporate communications, or agency PR
- Strong writing across pitches, releases, and editorial content
- Strong organization for timelines, outreach, and reporting
