PR Director - Part-Time (Remote)

Ready to Disrupt? Make headlines. Build brands. Keep your sanity. . . Join the Austin PR agency rewriting the rules on flexibility, impact, and career growth. We are a full-service PR Agency based in Austin, TX. Recognized by PR Bulldog Awards as "Best New Agency" as well as by Inc. and US News & World Report for thought leadership on positive work environments and relaxed dress-codes. Our clients are Growth Stage Businesses and med-large brands who come from the industries of Tech, Medical Tech, Health/Wellness, Saas and more. Our specialities are: press outreach, media strategy and brand growth. Founded by CEO + Founder Marin Richardson is a former Award Winning National TV Journalist who has been on TV 1000's of times (NBC News, CBS News, FOX News). Richardson is now using her experience to make clients household names; landing them on the Today Show and in Forbes, Entrepreneur, NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, to name a few. Disrupt PR is on a mission to change the world by bringing humanity back to business. And, we are doing this one person at a time. Let’s start with you. POSITION OVERVIEW PR Director (Part-Time, Remote) Disrupt PR Job Type: Part-time Hours: 15–20 hours per week, to start Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred) About Disrupt PR Disrupt PR is a growing, results-focused public relations agency that helps founders, executives, and brands build authority through earned media. We are strategic, direct, and outcome-driven. No fluff. We are hiring a Part-Time PR Director to join our team in a phased role that begins hands-on and transitions into a strategy and leadership position. About the Role This role is designed to start client-facing and evolve into a strategy-led leadership role within the first few months. Phase 1 (First ~2 months): • Act as lead publicist on 2–3 client accounts • Pitch media, manage reporters, and execute PR campaigns • Learn Disrupt PR’s systems, processes, and expectations • Build familiarity with our clients, positioning, and media strategy Phase 2 (After ~2 months): • Oversee PR strategy across 5–6 client accounts • Direct strategy, messaging, and media approach • Mentor and guide publicists and account managers • Remain client-facing on 1–2 key accounts as lead publicist • Serve as a senior strategic resource for clients and internal team Responsibilities • Lead PR strategy and campaign direction for multiple clients • Develop media narratives, angles, and thought leadership strategies • Secure earned media through proactive pitching and commentary • Manage and participate in client calls and strategy discussions • Review and refine pitches, press materials, and media plans • Provide feedback and strategic oversight to junior team members • Maintain strong client relationships and clear communication • Collaborate with agency leadership on account performance and growth Qualifications • 8+ years of public relations experience (agency experience preferred) • Proven success securing high level earned media placements + client retention on multiple accounts • Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills • Comfortable managing multiple client accounts + PR metrics • Experience mentoring or overseeing PR staff • Excellent writing and editing skills • Organized, proactive, and self-directed • Comfortable in a fast-paced, remote agency environment Ideal Candidate This role is ideal for someone who: • Is a senior publicist ready for a leadership role • Wants part-time (fully-remote) work with real responsibility • Enjoys both strategy and execution • Is confident leading clients and guiding a team • Cares deeply about results and accountability • Is fast paced, high achieving and has a high bar of success What We Offer • Fully remote, flexible part-time role • High-level responsibility and strategic input • Opportunity to grow with the agency, potential for full-time if interested • Collaborative, no-BS work environment • Systems we use: Gmail, Slack, Qwoted, Monday, Critical Mention, CoverageBook to name a few HOW WE PROMOTE DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION: We're a growing company, but we believe that size shouldn't stop any organization from committing to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to open dialogue, change and improvement every single day. Disrupt PR is an equal opportunity company. SCHEDULE: • P/T within Monday to Friday 9a-5pm CST timeframe • Work Location: 100% Remote HOURS: • 15-25 hours/ week guaranteed COMPENSATION RANGE: • $65-75 /per hour Job Type: Part-time Pay: $65.00 - $75.00 per hour Expected hours: 15 per week Education: • Bachelor's (Required) Experience: • Public relations: 3 years (Required) Language: • English (Required) Work Location: Remote Apply tot his job Apply To this Job