Verkada
Communications Manager
$165K–$200K
San Mateo, CA United States +1 · Manager · Full-time · Posted May 19, 2026
- Location
- San Mateo, CA United States
San Mateo, California, United States - Experience
- 7–12 years of communications experience; in-house at a tech company and/or at an agency with serious B2B/enterprise clients.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be independently authorized to work in the U.S.; the employer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time.
About the job
Leads media relations and communications to tell Verkada’s story and connect its technology to real-world industry challenges.
What you'll do
- Drive proactive media strategy and develop and pitch narratives for the industries Verkada serves.
- Build reporter relationships and write communications materials across formats.
- Prepare spokespeople for interviews and respond strategically to breaking news.
What they ask for
- 7–12 years of communications experience in-house at a tech company and/or at an agency with serious B2B/enterprise clients.
- Strong media relations track record.
- Ability to develop credible vertical stories and write clear, concise prose.
- Sound judgment under pressure and a collaborative, hands-on approach.
Nice to have
- Experience in enterprise SaaS or adjacent B2B verticals; research-driven storytelling and proprietary data initiatives.
- Familiarity with crisis communications and issues management; experience supporting a company through high growth.
Pay
$165,000—$200,000 USD total pay (annual on-target earnings, comprised of base compensation and commissions if applicable)
Tools
AI tools
AI focus
Communicate the real-life impact of AI-powered products and use AI tools to work more efficiently.
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