Match Group is looking for a communications professional to support external storytelling efforts. You'll help translate what's happening at Match Group (and across our brands) into earned media stories that resonate externally and reinforce our mission of sparking meaningful connections for every single person worldwide. This is a great opportunity for a strong communicator who thrives in fast-paced environments and is looking to deepen their (already sharp) skills in executive and financial comms, media relations, data storytelling, and integrated campaigns.
Know where you belong. Match Group is a leading provider of dating platforms across the globe. Our portfolio includes Tinder, Match, Hinge, PlentyOfFish, The League, and others, each designed to spark meaningful connections for singles worldwide. Creating a sense of belonging doesn’t stop at our platforms - it’s the foundation of every team we hire.
When it comes to dating, the connection starts online, but the real magic happens once you meet in real life (IRL). We think the same is true for creating the best platforms, so we work together IRL in our NYC office 3 days/week.
How you’ll make an impact:
- Communication Plans: Execute strategic PR campaigns, including developing messaging, drafting media materials, and handling pitching/distribution across outlets.
- Support Story Development: Contribute to shaping story ideas across a variety of dating-forward and corporate PR storytelling activities.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Coordinate with team members, PR agencies, subject matter experts, and research partners to support campaign rollouts and media requests.
- Execute Media Outreach: Pitch and place stories — developing relationships with relevant reporters and editors.
- Assist Executive Comms: Help craft talking points, interview prep materials, and early-stage narratives for executives and subject matter experts.
- Organize Executive Visibility: Maintain and regularly update a shared view of executive comms activity – including speaking moments, milestones, and media opportunities – to support team awareness and planning.
- Write with Clarity: Draft press materials, talking points, and newsroom content in partnership with senior team members as we connect with our target audiences.
- Support Team Operations: Help maintain team tools, calendars, and process documentation in support of our communications function running smoothly and efficiently.
- Track Culture & Trends: Monitor news cycles and identify timely hooks for reactive and proactive pitching.
- Manage Press Inquiries: Respond to inbound requests from journalists.
We could be a match if:
- 7+ Years Experience: Ideally in public relations or communications, with some agency experience.
- Media Relations Experience: Demonstrated success in pitching media and landing earned coverage across business and/or tech. You know a good story when you see one and how to frame it for a reporter.
- Clear, Concise Communication Skills: Exceptional written/oral communication skills and an ability to adapt your tone to fit different formats.
- Culturally Engaged: Interested in dating, relationships, internet culture, and the conversations shaping how people connect.
- Team-Oriented: Collaborative, flexible, and comfortable working with multiple stakeholders across time zones and regions to achieve the best outcome.
- Research-Minded: You ask thoughtful questions and enjoy digging into data or trends to find story potential.
- Organized & Detail-Oriented: Strong follow-through on tasks big and small.
- Initiative & Adaptability: You're confident prioritizing your work, troubleshooting issues as they arise, knowing when to escalate or ask for input, and staying flexible as priorities shift.
- Values-Aligned: You’re excited to support a mission that centers on connection, empathy, and authenticity, and help others see that in our stories.
What's the team like?
- This role will report to the Director, Corporate Communications.
- We're highly collaborative and serve global stakeholders, so being nimble and organized is key.
- The Communications team multi-tasks in a fast-paced environment; they are excellent writers who are intrinsically motivated, detail-oriented and organized.
- We sweat the small stuff so others don’t have to—all while delivering high-quality work.
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Why Match Group?
Our mission is simple – to help people find love and happiness! We love our employees too and understand the importance of all life's milestones. Here are some of the benefits we are proud to offer:
Mind & Body – Medical, mental health, and wellness benefits to support your overall health and well-being
Financial Wellness – Competitive compensation, 100% employer match on 401k contributions up to 10% (cap at $10,000), as well as an employee stock purchase program to help you feel supported in your financial security
Unplug – Generous PTO and 14 paid holidays so you can unplug
Career – Annual training allowance for professional development and ERG membership opportunities and events so you feel connected and empowered in your work
Family – Families come in all shapes and sizes so we offer 20 weeks of 100% paid parental leave, fertility, adoption, and child care resources, as well as pet insurance and discounts
Company Gatherings – We host company events where our employees get to know each other and build a sense of connection and belonging!
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value the rich dynamics that diversity brings to our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), gender identity or expression, uniformed service or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Period.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process — such as during pre-employment testing or interviews — please indicate this by selecting “Yes” in the accommodation request field. We’ll reach out to discuss your needs if you're selected for the interview stage.
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