PR Director (Fractional / Part-Time, Remote)

Disrupt PR is hiring a Fractional PR Director with agency experience to lead client strategy and execution. AGENCY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.Part-time, fully remote | $60–75/hour | U.S. basedThis role is for senior-level PR professionals who have worked at PR agencies and managed multiple clients simultaneously.------------------------------------------------------------------------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 OVERVIEWPR Director (Part-Time, Remote)Disrupt PRJob Type: Part-timeHours: 20 hours per week, to start (guaranteed) Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred)About Disrupt PRDisrupt 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 RoleThis 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 ~3 client accountsPitch media, manage reporters, and execute outside-the-box PR campaignsLearn Disrupt PR’s systems, processes, and expectationsBuild familiarity with our clients, positioning, and media strategyPhase 2 (After ~2 months):Oversee PR strategy across 5–6 client accountsDirect strategy, messaging, and media approachMentor and guide publicists and account managersRemain client-facing on 1–2 key accounts as lead publicistServe as a senior strategic resource for clients and internal teamResponsibilitiesLead PR strategy and campaign direction for multiple clientsDevelop media narratives, angles, and thought leadership strategiesSecure earned media through proactive pitching and commentaryManage and participate in client calls and strategy discussionsReview and refine pitches, press materials, and media plansProvide feedback and strategic oversight to junior team membersMaintain strong client relationships and clear communicationCollaborate with agency leadership on account performance and growthQualifications8+ years of public relations experience (agency experience preferred)Proven success securing high level earned media placements + client retention on multiple accountsStrong strategic thinking and leadership skillsComfortable managing multiple client accounts + PR metricsExperience mentoring or overseeing PR staffExcellent writing and editing skillsOrganized, proactive, and self-directedComfortable in a fast-paced, remote agency environmentIdeal CandidateThis role is ideal for someone who:Is a senior publicist ready for a leadership roleWants part-time (fully-remote) work with real responsibilityEnjoys both strategy and executionIs confident leading clients and guiding a teamCares deeply about results and accountabilityIs fast paced, high achieving and has a high bar of successWhat We OfferFully remote, flexible part-time roleHigh-level responsibility and strategic inputOpportunity to grow with the agency, potential for full-time if interestedCollaborative, no-BS work environment*Systems we use: Gmail, Slack, Qwoted, Monday, Critical Mention, Journo Finder, Claude, Chat GPT, CoverageBook to name a fewHOW 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 timeframeWork Location: 100% RemoteHOURS:20 hours/ week guaranteedCOMPENSATION RANGE:$60-75 /per hour