Versa Networks

Director of Communications

Versa Networks

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • California, New York, Washington

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Salary

💰 $200,000 - $220,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

CloudCyber Security

About the role

  • Media relations: Develop relationships with key journalists to secure consistent, high-quality coverage
  • Company narrative: Help define positioning that resonates with media and differentiates us in market
  • Content development: Create compelling thought leadership content
  • Social media leadership: Transform social program to create dynamic, engaging content that makes complex topics accessible
  • Executive communications and events: Build thought leadership platforms and develop media strategies for industry events
  • Crisis and internal communications: Execute response plans to maintain trust and develop communications that reinforce company culture
  • Global agency and budget management: Oversee external PR agencies and communications partners worldwide
  • Reporting: This role reports to the VP of Corporate Marketing and is responsible for building Versa's reputation and positioning as a category leader

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in communications, public, and media relations at high-growth companies and agencies
  • B2B technology background: Expertise working in B2B technology environments and understanding complex enterprise sales cycles
  • Social media leadership and collaboration: Experience creating dynamic, engaging content and collaborating with marketing, product, and executive teams
  • Partner and channel communications: Experience leading communications programs with partners, MSPs, resellers, and channel ecosystems
  • Established media relationships: Strong connections with key technology, security, and business media outlets and influencers
  • Strategic communication skills: Proven ability to develop and execute data-driven communication strategies that drive awareness and thought leadership
  • Executive thought leadership and messaging: Experience crafting breakthrough narratives and translating complex technical concepts into compelling content
  • Preferred: Networking and/or security expertise: Understanding of cybersecurity and networking landscape, emerging threats, and industry trends
  • Preferred: Growth-stage or public company background
  • Preferred: Previous journalism or editorial experience
  • Preferred: Familiarity with marketing automation tools, media monitoring platforms, social media tools, and content management systems
  • Location: Santa Clara
  • Work authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the US