At Flix, we offer a dynamic work environment with competitive pay, strong growth opportunities, and a tech-driven approach to making travel more accessible, sustainable, and affordable.
Flix North America is looking for a sharp, intellectually curious, and experienced Senior Manager, Corporate Communications & PR to drive external communications for FlixBus and Greyhound. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Communications, you will play a leading role in shaping how our brands and business show up in the media and broader public conversation.
This is a hands-on role for an exceptional, creative storyteller and proactive media relations professional. You know what makes a story newsworthy, can turn complex business priorities into compelling narratives, and have the relationships and instincts to reach the right audiences. You are equally comfortable developing a media pitch, preparing an executive for an interview, writing an op-ed, creating social content, or managing a fast-moving issue.
You bring exceptional writing skills, strong journalistic instincts, sound business judgment and an ownership mindset. You are highly self-directed and entrepreneurial, able to spot opportunities, develop compelling ideas, and take them from concept to execution.
This is a hybrid role requiring 2–3 days per week in our New York office.
About the Role
- Build and execute proactive media strategies that strengthen visibility and credibility for FlixBus and Greyhound, securing coverage in top tier national, business, consumer, and trade outlets.
- Translate complex business priorities into compelling narratives and develop integrated communications plans around launches, announcements, and key news moments.
- Write and edit across formats including press releases, pitches, talking points, op-eds, speeches, social posts, and web content.
- Manage corporate social channels (LinkedIn, X) with a focus on relevance, engagement, and thought leadership.
- Support executive visibility by preparing leaders for media interviews, speaking engagements, and public appearances, and identifying strategic platform opportunities.
- Lead issues management and crisis communications, monitoring news and social conversations to anticipate risks and respond quickly.
- Drive communications innovation by staying ahead of shifts in how audiences discover information, including the evolving impact of AI, and piloting tools that expand reach and team effectiveness.
About You
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
- 7+ years in corporate communications or PR, with a strong track record supporting consumer brands.
- Exceptional writer with sharp journalistic instincts; you know what makes a story newsworthy and how to tell it across channels and formats.
- Proven media relations professional with established journalist relationships and a history of securing meaningful earned coverage.
- Experience in executive communications, including coaching and preparing senior leaders for media and public appearances.
- Skilled at issues and crisis management, with sound judgment under pressure.
- Proficient with editorial calendars, media monitoring tools, and analytics to measure impact and inform strategy.
- Strong content creator across written, digital, and visual formats; photography, video, or design experience is a plus.
- Highly proactive, entrepreneurial, and self-directed; you spot opportunities, take ownership, and see ideas through to execution.
- Comfortable operating across functions and levels, with the business acumen to connect communications strategy to broader company goals.
Salary range: $125,000 - $135,000 USD
We recognize that everyone carries a unique set of valuable skills and experiences. If you think you could have an impact even though you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We want to hear from you!
What We Offer
- Comprehensive Wellness Coverage – Competitive Medical, Vision, and Dental plans, including multiple FSAs (Health and Dependent Care).
- 401(k) Matching – 401(k) plan with up to 4% company matching contributions.
- Flexible Time Off – Take time off when you need it, as you need it, subject to business needs and manager approval.
- Paid Parental Leave – 8 weeks of fully paid leave to support new parents and growing families.
- Company Paid Life Insurance – Basic company-paid life insurance equal to your annual salary.
- Lifestyle Spending Account – Receive up to $600 per year for eligible lifestyle-related services.
- Tuition Support – Up to $5,250 per year reimbursed for your continued education and development after 12 months of continuous service.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program – Free, confidential support for mental health, legal, financial, and family issues, including up to 5 free counseling sessions per year.
- Work from (M)Anywhere – Depending on your role, work from another location for up to 60 days per year.
To view more local benefits specific to each office location, please check out this link: Locations - Flix Career
Why Join Flix?
At Flix, you’ll find teams that rally together to overcome challenges and spark creativity. We believe in ownership culture - giving you the freedom to take initiative, make an impact, and shape your own career path.
As we continue to expand across the globe, you can make a real difference in how we work.
If you’re ready to grow and lead your journey, Flix is the place for you!
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