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Joby Aviation

Head of Public Relations

$216K–$296K

Santa Cruz, CA +2 · Director · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2024

Location
Santa Cruz, CA
San Carlos, CA
Marina, CA
Experience
12+ years of communications experience within the technology sector.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, or equivalent industry experience.

About the job

Leads Joby Aviation’s external communications strategy and media relations to shape the company’s public narrative and support its commercial growth.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute corporate, product, and executive communications, including media materials and executive preparation.
  • Build global media relationships and identify storytelling opportunities that strengthen Joby’s credibility.
  • Lead communications for company milestones, reputational risks, and crises; manage agencies and an in-house communications team.

What they ask for

  • 12+ years of communications experience within the technology sector.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Experience leading communications for a publicly traded company and advising senior executives, including founders, CEOs, and board members.
  • Experience in a highly regulated industry; proven success launching high-profile products and managing complex communications issues, including crises.

Nice to have

  • Experience at a high-growth startup or category-defining technology company; background in transportation, aerospace, or mobility.
  • Experience supporting public policy or government affairs, or leading international communications programs.

Pay

USD 215,600 - USD 296,400/yr base pay

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