Top Talent like Sarissa are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Sarissa Thrower

PR and Communications Specialist
Brand Partnership Manager
Content Marketing Manager
Los Angeles, CA, US
Crisis Management
Strategic Communications
Creative Strategy
Content Strategy
Marketing
Media Writing
Media Relations
Writing
Editing
Article Writing
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Strategic Brand, Social Media & Communications Expert | Reputation Management & Media Training Specialist
Hi! I'm Sarissa and I'm a multi-disciplinary business strategist with specializations in communications (media training, crisis, reputation management, content-led comms, brand and corp comms, and more), social media + digital communications and marketing. With experience across entertainment, technology, and media industries, I bring a comprehensive approach to brand strategy and communication.

Work History

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Founder

Suite Number NineA multi-disciplinary business strategy and consulting firm offering bespoke solutions for individuals and companies.
M

Communications Consultant

MATTER OF FACTFeb 2022 - Mar 2024 • 2 yrs 2 mosOversight, strategy and high-level execution for all social media, PR and communications campaigns and product launches for the brand, inclusive of those tied to exec comms, content, events and talent and creator-led participation (UGC, etc.)
I

Brand + Consumer Communications Lead

InstagramJul 2018 - Jan 2023 • 4 yrs 7 mosEstablish and lead overall brand and communications strategy around content, entertainment, music and creator-driven programs on Instagram.
M

Global Creator Comms Lead

MetaJun 2018 - Nov 2018 • 6 mosLead overall brand story, communications strategy and media outreach around all creator and influencer driven initiatives (VidCon; industry awards, tentpole company campaigns, events, and more).
B

VP, Strategic Communications

Beautycon MediaFeb 2018 - May 2018 • 4 mosLed strategic communications, content, and brand initiatives for Beautycon festivals, media, and partnerships.
T

Manager, Communications - Publishing and Digital Media, DCPI

The Walt Disney CompanyAug 2015 - Feb 2018 • 2 yrs 7 mosIdeated, strategized, developed, and drove cross-division and external promotional support for DCPI's programming initiatives, influencer network, partnerships and executive and B2B-focused communications via Disney Digital Network.
S

Senior PR Manager

StyleHaul, Inc.Apr 2014 - Jul 2015 • 1 yr 4 mosWas directly responsible for developing, leading, managing and supporting the company's overall communications, branding and marketing efforts.
G

Manager, Catalyst Community

GolinHarrisMay 2013 - Mar 2014 • 11 mosOperated in a pivotal role managing campaigns, creative activations, stunts and social media programs and initiatives for the Nintendo of America client. Co-managed the intern program for the client and served on the GolinHarris Marketing the Agency (MTA) Committee.
F

Account Executive

fortyseven communicationsNov 2008 - May 2013 • 4 yrs 7 mosOperated in a central role involving heavy media relations and PR writing, client relations and counsel, and initiating and managing or co-managing all phases of PR campaigns, including brainstorming, planning, strategy, activation and tactics/execution. Also initiated and led event planning and management projects from start to finish and served as a team leader, managing support staff across accounts.

Education

U

UCLA

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
C

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

Bachelor of Science, Communication - Public Relations

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
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Strategic Brand, Social Media & Communications Expert | Reputation Management & Media Training Specialist
Hi! I'm Sarissa and I'm a multi-disciplinary business strategist with specializations in communications (media training, crisis, reputation management, content-led comms, brand and corp comms, and more), social media + digital communications and marketing. With experience across entertainment, technology, and media industries, I bring a comprehensive approach to brand strategy and communication.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Sarissa are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Sarissa Thrower

PR and Communications Specialist
Brand Partnership Manager
Content Marketing Manager
Los Angeles, CA, US
Crisis Management
Strategic Communications
Creative Strategy
Content Strategy
Marketing
Media Writing
Media Relations
Writing
Editing
Article Writing
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

S

Founder

Suite Number NineA multi-disciplinary business strategy and consulting firm offering bespoke solutions for individuals and companies.
M

Communications Consultant

MATTER OF FACTFeb 2022 - Mar 2024 • 2 yrs 2 mosOversight, strategy and high-level execution for all social media, PR and communications campaigns and product launches for the brand, inclusive of those tied to exec comms, content, events and talent and creator-led participation (UGC, etc.)
I

Brand + Consumer Communications Lead

InstagramJul 2018 - Jan 2023 • 4 yrs 7 mosEstablish and lead overall brand and communications strategy around content, entertainment, music and creator-driven programs on Instagram.
M

Global Creator Comms Lead

MetaJun 2018 - Nov 2018 • 6 mosLead overall brand story, communications strategy and media outreach around all creator and influencer driven initiatives (VidCon; industry awards, tentpole company campaigns, events, and more).
B

VP, Strategic Communications

Beautycon MediaFeb 2018 - May 2018 • 4 mosLed strategic communications, content, and brand initiatives for Beautycon festivals, media, and partnerships.
T

Manager, Communications - Publishing and Digital Media, DCPI

The Walt Disney CompanyAug 2015 - Feb 2018 • 2 yrs 7 mosIdeated, strategized, developed, and drove cross-division and external promotional support for DCPI's programming initiatives, influencer network, partnerships and executive and B2B-focused communications via Disney Digital Network.
S

Senior PR Manager

StyleHaul, Inc.Apr 2014 - Jul 2015 • 1 yr 4 mosWas directly responsible for developing, leading, managing and supporting the company's overall communications, branding and marketing efforts.
G

Manager, Catalyst Community

GolinHarrisMay 2013 - Mar 2014 • 11 mosOperated in a pivotal role managing campaigns, creative activations, stunts and social media programs and initiatives for the Nintendo of America client. Co-managed the intern program for the client and served on the GolinHarris Marketing the Agency (MTA) Committee.
F

Account Executive

fortyseven communicationsNov 2008 - May 2013 • 4 yrs 7 mosOperated in a central role involving heavy media relations and PR writing, client relations and counsel, and initiating and managing or co-managing all phases of PR campaigns, including brainstorming, planning, strategy, activation and tactics/execution. Also initiated and led event planning and management projects from start to finish and served as a team leader, managing support staff across accounts.

Education

U

UCLA

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
C

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

Bachelor of Science, Communication - Public Relations

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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