External Communications Manager (III)
Accountabilities Develop External Communications Content: Lead the creation and delivery of high-quality content, including blog posts, social media updates, talking points, and media briefing materials.
Drive Strategic Communications Planning: Develop and execute long-term communications plans aligned with broader business goals, ensuring initiatives contribute to measurable outcomes.
Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with engineering, product, and cross-functional leadership teams to identify, develop, and scale compelling stories about artificial intelligence and technological innovation.
Build Media Relationships: Proactively cultivate and maintain relationships with AI reporters, technology journalists, and influential industry voices.
Shape Technology Narratives: Translate complex technical concepts into clear, engaging, and accessible stories for external audiences.
Manage Content Pipelines: Coordinate the development and flow of communications materials, ensuring content is relevant, timely, consistent, and aligned with strategic priorities.
Support External Engagement: Help strengthen the organization's visibility and reputation through effective media engagement and targeted communications initiatives.
Measure Communications Impact: Contribute to communications programs that demonstrate measurable results and support long-term strategic objectives.
Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or a related field. An additional five or more years of relevant professional experience may substitute for the degree.
Professional Experience: At least seven years of direct professional experience in technology communications.
Technology Knowledge: Familiarity with artificial intelligence, machine learning, and autonomous driving technologies.
Content Development Expertise: Demonstrated ability to create compelling external communications materials, including blog content, social media updates, talking points, and media briefings.
Media Relations Skills: Experience building and maintaining relationships with journalists, reporters, and industry influencers.
Strategic Communication: Ability to develop communications plans aligned with business priorities and deliver measurable outcomes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with engineering, product, and leadership teams.
Communication Skills: Excellent writing, storytelling, and communication abilities, including the capacity to explain complex technology topics clearly.
Adaptability: Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and contribute effectively in a dynamic technology environment.
Preferred Experience: Experience in a fast-paced technology startup environment is beneficial.
Additional Advantage: Familiarity with the autonomous vehicle industry and its regulatory landscape is a plus.
Location Requirement: Candidates must be based in California to meet the stated remote-work eligibility for this position.
Benefits:
Hourly Compensation: $88.93–$103.90 per hour, with the posting also citing a rounded range of $88–$103 per hour.
Contract Duration: Six-month contract.
Work Arrangement: Remote work for eligible candidates based in California.
Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
Supplemental Insurance: Access to accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Life and Disability Insurance: Coverage options for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program: Access to employee support resources.
Additional Perks: Legal support, pet insurance, and discounts with preferred vendors. Auto and home insurance options may also be available under the listed benefits package.
Equal Opportunity and Accessibility: Commitment to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodations throughout the application and interview process.
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