Position Type: Part Time
Location: Philippines (Remote)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, flexible schedule with required overlap with US Central Time
About the Company
Our client is an established executive coaching and business consulting professional with over 20 years of experience helping leaders and professionals achieve meaningful personal and business goals. They are preparing to launch a new book based on their proprietary approach to goal setting and personal fulfillment, with opportunities to expand its reach through speaking, media, and thought leadership.
About the Role
As a PR Specialist, you will play a key role in building momentum and visibility around the upcoming book launch. Your main focus will be identifying and securing high-value podcast, media, speaking, and thought leadership opportunities, while taking ownership of the outreach, coordination, and follow-through needed to bring those opportunities to life.
This is a hands-on, highly proactive role for someone who can take a goal, build a plan around it, and confidently drive execution without needing to be told what to do next.
Responsibilities
Book Launch Strategy & Execution - Help translate the book launch goals into a clear marketing and PR plan, timeline, and actionable priorities.
PR & Media Outreach - Research and proactively pitch relevant journalists, publications, media outlets, newsletters, and other platforms for interviews, features, and coverage.
Podcast Booking - Identify relevant podcasts, develop targeted pitches, manage outreach, and coordinate appearances from initial contact through booking.
Speaking Opportunities - Research and pursue relevant speaking engagements, events, and platforms aligned with the author's expertise and target audience.
Speaking Tour Coordination - Support the planning and coordination of a potential multi-city speaking tour, including identifying local media and promotional opportunities around each appearance.
Thought Leadership Marketing - Identify opportunities to position the author as a credible thought leader across executive coaching, leadership, business, personal development, and goal-setting topics.
Pitch & Copywriting - Write compelling, personalized pitches, outreach emails, talking points, and other communications that reflect the author's voice and positioning.
Research & Opportunity Identification - Continuously research relevant podcasts, media outlets, events, audiences, trends, and promotional opportunities.
Publisher Coordination - Work closely with the book publisher and their existing marketing and media contacts to maximize launch opportunities and coordinate efforts.
Project Management - Track outreach, follow-ups, bookings, deadlines, and deliverables to ensure launch activities stay on schedule.
Proactive Execution - Anticipate next steps, identify gaps, and keep the launch moving without requiring constant direction.
AI-Assisted Marketing - Leverage AI tools for research, content development, analysis, and improving the efficiency of marketing and outreach activities.
Competencies and Qualifications
Must-Have
1-3 years of experience in PR, media outreach, podcast booking, marketing, or a closely related field.
Experience supporting a thought leader, author, executive, coach, consultant, or professional services brand.
Strong understanding of how to identify and pursue relevant podcasts, media, speaking, and thought leadership opportunities.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Strong copywriting skills, particularly for pitches and outreach.
Excellent research and prospecting skills.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Highly proactive, resourceful, and comfortable taking ownership of outcomes.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Comfortable working with senior executives and communicating on their behalf.
Familiarity with AI tools and an ability to use them effectively for research, writing, and execution.
Understanding of the US media, podcast, and thought leadership landscape.
Nice-to-Have
Direct experience supporting a book launch or author.
Experience in thought leadership or personal brand marketing.
Existing relationships with relevant US-based media, podcast hosts, journalists, or event organizers.
Experience with LinkedIn content, audience engagement, or network growth.
What We Offer
100% Remote Work
13th Month Pay
Healthcare (HMO)
Comprehensive Fringe Benefits package
Paid Service Incentive Leave (SIL)
Paid Philippines Holidays
Free Learning and Development Programs
Application Process
We understand that searching for a new job can be challenging, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Our goal is to make the process as transparent and respectful as possible.
Typically, the interview process includes a Recruiter Interview and Client Interviews. Throughout each stage, we’ll keep you informed and provide feedback as quickly as we can, ensuring you feel valued and supported throughout your journey with us.