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.