Communications Manager - Mountain View, United States - Wisk Aero

Wisk Aero

Verified Company

Mountain View, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Mountain View, CA

Departments - Marketing /

Full Time /

Hybrid

At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, allelectric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving highimpact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we're making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on_

We are looking for an experienced Communications Manager to join Wisk's Marketing Department.

In this role, you will be responsible for building brand recognition and reputation to advance Wisk's leadership position in the industry, identifying corporate narratives and technical milestones and bringing them to life internally and externally, and shaping and executing internal & employee communication strategies to foster Wisk's innovative and safety-oriented culture.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work with the broader Marketing Team on strategic campaigns, events and aircraft displays, social media and digital marketing, and more.

Have a Bachelors degree in Communications or Marketing
At least 6+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations/media relations, or journalism
Experience working in a startup environment, high growth tech company, or agency role, ideally in aerospace, AAM, transportation, electric vehicles, or autonomous vehicle industry
Deep knowledge of the current media landscape, proven ability to build relationships with key media
Experience & comfortability working with Clevel executives
Ability to direct and strategize with both internal crossfunctional partners and external partners
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Solution oriented with cando attitude (growth mindset)
Flexible and have a high tolerance for change
Comfortable with a culture where we are solving problems that have never been solved before
Based in the Bay Area and able to work from our Mountain View HQ 23x per week
Willing to travel to major events, speaking opps and airshows

What you will do:

Proactively cultivate and maintain relationships with media to secure strategic press coverage and increase Wisk's visibility
Coordinate all onsite Media visits, coordinating across the company to ensure the visit is a success
Work with Wisk leaders, Marketing, and Subject Matter Experts to source and develop corporate narratives and stories that support our key milestones and corporate momentum for external storytelling
Support our external speakers with reviewing and strengthening their presentations and talking points.
Assist with our external announcement plans, preparing press kits and determining distribution strategy
Proactively pitch Wisk for speaking opportunities making sure Wisk is well represented
Collaborate with the broader Marketing Team on marketing campaign distribution strategies, event marketing, social media, employee events and more.

- $157,578 - $185,386 a year

Compensation and Benefits:

In addition to offering a great work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making electric autonomous flight a reality, at Wisk, we offer excellent total rewards which include a competitive base salary, annual bonus, long term incentive, 401K, health benefits and much more.
Pay Range the Company expects to pay:_ _$157,578 $185,386 per year
The starting base salary within this range for this role varies based on factors such as your geographical location, and your relevant jobrelated experience that is consistent with a business necessity.
We are located in Mountain View just a couple of hundred feet from Shoreline Lake and its surrounding walking/jogging trails. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, alternative work schedule (9/80), flexible time off, 11 company holidays, a 401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately, commuter assistance, and education assistance. And on top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as free catered lunches, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, fruit, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, happy hours and much more.

Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absenc