Communications and Public Relations Lead

About the Role

We are seeking a Head of Communications to lead and implement the organization's external communications and public relations strategies. This full-time role is based on-site in San Francisco, offering a competitive annual compensation ranging from $250,000 to $400,000. The position requires a weekly commitment between 10 to 40 hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the company’s external communications and public relations plans.
• Establish and maintain connections with journalists, creators, analysts, and influential figures within the industry.
• Achieve earned media coverage across various platforms including digital outlets, print media, broadcast channels, podcasts, and social media.
• Create effective messaging for product launches, partnerships, company news, and communications from executives.
• Enhance visibility of company leaders by organizing interviews, speaking events, authored articles, and media engagements.
• Prepare senior executives with tailored messaging guidance, briefing documents, and media coaching.
• Oversee external public relations agencies and communication partners.
• Lead communications efforts during crises and in urgent response scenarios as necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Extensive background in communications or public relations leadership within rapidly scaling technology firms.
• Outstanding writing capabilities, storytelling expertise, and verbal communication skills.
• Track record of successfully gaining high-profile media placements and nurturing enduring press connections.
• Experience managing communication strategies for product launches and significant organizational announcements.
• Strong strategic insight with the capability to simplify complex technical content into engaging and understandable narratives.
• Ability to juggle diverse priorities effectively in a dynamic, remote work environment.