<p>Robert Half is partnering with our client in the search for a Public Relations Manager. Our client is a global leader in connected entertainment technology, delivering innovative devices and experiences that help customers access content quickly, intuitively, and across a broad ecosystem.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Seattle, WA (onsite)</p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>7-month contract</p><p><strong>Hours: </strong>40 hours/week</p><p><strong>Pay Rate: </strong>$50-55/hour</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The Public Relations Manager will play a key role in driving brand awareness and product storytelling for a rapidly growing portfolio of smart media and entertainment products. This role will lead public relations strategy across product feature launches, develop compelling narratives that demonstrate customer value, and collaborate with internal teams to surface stories that resonate with press, influencers, and key audiences.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate has strong media relations experience, the ability to translate complex features into simple customer benefits, and a proven track record of securing coverage that drives measurable results. This position reports into a cross-functional team and requires strategic thinking, creativity, and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead PR strategy and planning for product and feature launches across the entertainment device portfolio</li><li>Develop earned, owned, paid, and social storytelling that highlights customer benefits and drives awareness</li><li>Partner with product marketing, engineering, and UX teams to uncover newsworthy features and emerging innovation themes</li><li>Design and execute creative, always-on PR campaigns that increase familiarity and consideration among target audiences</li><li>Build and maintain ongoing relationships with press, influencers, analysts, and media outlets</li><li>Identify opportunities for strategic media placement, product reviews, customer case studies, and thought leadership</li><li>Monitor industry conversations to maintain brand presence in current and relevant media cycles</li><li>Evaluate campaign performance and provide insights to improve future storytelling and media strategy</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is seeking<strong> a Technical Writer</strong> located in the northern part of Greater Seattle for a hybrid role<strong>.</strong> This is a <strong>contract-based </strong>position where you will be responsible for updating existing business SOPs and documents, as well as creating new documentation to support various departments within the company.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Technical Writer</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Marysville, WA</p><p><strong>Hours per Week:</strong> 20–30 hours (may fluctuate)</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday–Friday, flexible within business hours</p><p><strong>Hybrid Schedule:</strong> In-office as needed for meetings (e.g., Thursday mornings for team meetings)</p><p><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Contract only (for now)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> At least one year; may extend with potential for full-time employment (FTE)</p><p><strong>Pay:</strong> $35–$40/hour</p><p><strong>Parking:</strong> Provided</p><p><strong>Computer:</strong> Provided</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>The Technical Writer role requires a blend of strong writing and research skills combined with technical knowledge. This position works closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), such as engineers or service professionals, to create content that helps users, clients, or internal staff understand a product, service, or process. Documentation will include manuals and instructions for both internal and external audiences.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Create and maintain documentation:</strong> Write and update a variety of technical documents, including user manuals, how-to guides, and installation guides.</li><li><strong>Research and gather information:</strong> Interview and collaborate with SMEs and product managers, including external SMEs, to understand technical concepts and product specifications.</li><li><strong>Determine user needs:</strong> Analyze the target audience and their level of technical knowledge to tailor content appropriately.</li><li><strong>Simplify complex information:</strong> Translate technical jargon into clear, easy-to-understand language for non-technical audiences.</li><li><strong>Format and organize content:</strong> Structure information logically using appropriate content types to improve readability and user experience.</li><li><strong>Ensure consistency:</strong> Adhere to and maintain an in-house style guide for consistency across all documentation.</li><li><strong>Incorporate visual aids:</strong> Use illustrations, diagrams, screenshots, and graphs to enhance understanding.</li><li><strong>Review and edit:</strong> Proofread and edit your own work as well as documentation from other team members for accuracy, clarity, and grammatical correctness.</li><li><strong>Manage documentation platforms:</strong> Work with various tools and content management systems (CMS) to manage the documentation lifecycle.</li><li><strong>Monitor and collect feedback:</strong> Gather and analyze user feedback to continuously improve and update existing content.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial functions at our manufacturing facility in Auburn, WA. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate product costing, inventory management, and financial reporting while serving as a strategic partner to site leadership, driving financial excellence and supporting operational initiatives that enhance plant performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee product costing processes, including cost driver analysis and variance reporting to ensure precision and reliability.</li><li>Implement and maintain effective inventory control systems, overseeing reconciliations, valuations, and physical audits.</li><li>Manage and ensure the accuracy of Bill of Materials (BOMs) to support manufacturing and cost projections.</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements in compliance with company and internal standards.</li><li>Lead month-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Develop annual operating budgets and rolling forecasts collaboratively with site leadership, aligning financial planning with business goals.</li><li>Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational and financial improvements.</li><li>Provide strategic financial guidance and actionable recommendations to site leadership.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to elevate accounting practices and operational efficiency.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure integrated support of business objectives.</li></ul>
