Director, Communications Business Partner – Design & Manufacturing

Autodesk

Director of Communications at Autodesk leading integrated communication strategies for Design & Manufacturing. Shaping executive communications and media relations to elevate business priorities.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California, Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $157,000 - $281,930 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and execution of integrated communications strategies supporting Autodesk’s Design & Manufacturing product groups
Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership
Shape both internal and external communications to advance business priorities
Own the end-to-end communications strategy for PDMS
Develop quarterly and annual communications plans tied to business outcomes
Lead executive communications including keynotes, investor-facing content, and Board materials
Build and execute a thought leadership platform for PDMS leaders
Develop high-impact content including speeches, presentations, and messaging frameworks
Drive strategic speaking opportunities aligned with business priorities
Lead media relations strategy and build relationships with press, analysts, and influencers
Position Autodesk as a leader in Design & Manufacturing through storytelling and engagement
Partner with global teams to amplify product launches and customer stories
Develop internal communications strategies that align teams to business priorities
Support key internal moments including All Hands and leadership messaging
Manage budgets, resources, and external partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven ability to influence and advise senior executives
Experience leading integrated communications strategies
Experience leading teams or managing agencies
Strong media relations background
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to operate in a matrixed organization
Strong project management and analytical skills
Experience in design, manufacturing, engineering, or industrial technology sectors (preferred)
Experience supporting product organizations (preferred)
Global communications experience (preferred)
Experience supporting major industry or investor events (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and financial benefits
Time away and everyday wellness

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Hard Skills & Tools

integrated communications strategiesexecutive communicationscontent developmentmedia relations strategyproject managementanalytical skills

Soft Skills

influenceadvising senior executivesteam leadershipwritten communicationverbal communicationoperating in a matrixed organization