5 Communications jobs

THE ROLE Reporting to one of the Cofounders, this role offers the opportunity to join our Community team, initially as Head of Community for a 12 month maternity leave cover. Thereafter a permanent position could become available. As Head of Community, you will be leading the team in its positive and rewarding mission: to help audio creators succeed by building a loyal and engaged audience, and earning revenue. Our ideal candidate has a solid managerial background, plus a good knowledge of the music and audio landscapes. You have experience managing a variety of community projects end-to-end, including the launch of new products or effective campaigns. You are a good team leader who is able to communicate the company’s vision and purpose and keep the team in line with objectives. You will be interacting with inspiring people, both within the company and with our community of creators and partners. You will have the opportunity to play a role in shaping the company’s strategy. Ultimately, you will ensure that the Community team’s output contribute to our company’s long-term success. The is a full-time opportunity and the ideal candidate will be based in London. ABOUT MIXCLOUD Mixcloud is an audio streaming platform connecting a global community of listeners and creators through audio culture. Listeners can access a unique collection of over 15 million radio shows, DJ mixes and podcasts produced and uploaded by over 1.3 million passionate tastemakers and curators around the globe. Our mission is to build a fair and sustainable ecosystem for audio culture. As a critical part of the global music and cultural landscape, we empower DJs, radio hosts, podcasters and tastemakers to build and inspire fan bases. Mixcloud also helps connect brands to music and culture under our brand partnerships arm, LOUD. We create cutting-edge cultural solutions for brands such as adidas, W Hotels, Sonos, Dr. Martens, Eventbrite, and more. Whilst we have a great foundation in place, this is the beginning of the next phase of our journey. We are looking for smart and hungry people to join our incredible team and help us realise our vision. What will you do? Build and manage relationships with top creators on the platform, keeping track of their progress, developing case studies, and communicating new developments and features Oversee Community team KPIs and drive the team to hit their goals Report on the team’s performance against these goals to the leadership team and wider company Develop and implement a cohesive plan to drive the success of creators on Mixcloud Select Help strategise and identify creators to partner with and set them up for growth, promotion and communications opportunities Partner with the product team to communicate issues, strategise and prioritise feature requests Provide guidance and develop processes to help your team organise and work effectively Act as a critical point of contact for our core community of creators Who are you? Proven work experience as a Head of Community, Communications, Business Development or similar role In depth understanding of the music industry and audio landscape Demonstrated success leading and driving a team, comfortable dealing with the fluidity of a new and growing team, with strong skills in developing people and processes You have a strategic mindset; you’re able to prioritise effectively and make decisions quickly You have exceptional oral and written communication skills You are the kind of person who sees solutions everywhere and is comfortable handling a high volume of work in a fast paced environment Experience working within a subscription business is helpful BENEFITS We are a rapidly expanding music-tech business. We offer a culture of personal development and role growth. You will have the pleasure of working with a lean but growing team that punches above its weight, offering you the opportunity to explore ideas and expand on your role. In addition to base salary, Mixcloud offers myriad benefits such as generous stock options, unlimited holiday policy, a flexible working culture, a great office environment and strong opportunities for personal development. Mixcloud is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants of different backgrounds, cultures, genders, experiences, abilities and perspectives to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical disability, or length of time spent unemployed.

iZotope is seeking a highly motivated, experienced Communications Manager to join a growing marketing communications team. This is a unique opportunity to oversee all global media relations and PR strategy for a fast-growing company with truly innovative products that use intelligent audio technology to help musicians, music producers, and audio post engineers focus on their craft rather than the technology behind it. iZotope provides an inspiring and creative work environment where you’ll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do and are successful doing it. Responsibilities Create global PR strategy using in-house resources and agency support. Hold agency partners accountable to drive effective PR coverage internationally and increase awareness for the iZotope brand, and the company’s software and hardware product lines. Help devise and meet KPIs for PR activity, create reporting methods and dashboards to communicate to stakeholders.   Work with the Director of Communications and iZotope’s leadership team to innovate new ways to use PR tactics in collaboration with paid and organic influencers programs, paid media, social media, artist relations and internal content creators to raise brand awareness. Amplify brand stories, user stories and video content by strategically using PR channels. Continually use metrics to steer activities and increase effectiveness of tactics over time. Thought Leadership Advocate for and recommend speaking opportunities and thought-leadership initiatives to increase and widen understanding of iZotope’s industry contributions and its central ethos among industry leaders, customers, partners and channels. Devise PR plans which establish iZotope as a pivotal contributor to the music, film & TV, broadcast, online content, media and machine-learning industries. Industry Citizenship and Brand Awareness-raising Leverage and build iZotope’s brand-equity among industry associations, committees, membership groups, educational organizations and media groups to strategically grow the company’s presence, impact and reputation - in alignment with developing business and market goals. Make tactical recommendations about how to achieve this in tangible, measurable ways. Evaluate and administer all sponsorship requests in consideration of broader brand strategy, company objectives and business considerations.   Devise tactics to amplify awards, industry accolades and reviews to build iZotope’s brand recognition and reputation among target personas and industries. Job Responsibilities Work with Director of Communications to create quarterly objectives and key results for PR activity and brand awareness raising. Create weekly reports which share international PR wins with the wider team Create, monthly and quarterly reports which clearly track progress Track and report on share of voice with sentiment quarterly Create a strategy for successful PR coverage in each new country where we go to market. Establish strong ties with international PR agencies and consultants, and learn and respond to what is unique in each international market, making necessary adjustments to ensure successful awareness-raising Become a key advisor for iZotope’s content team. Advocate for news-ready content, and secure stories that can make successful PR placements and build brand awareness and engagement. Help transition from cyclical product launch-focused PR strategy to an integrated content-focused media relations strategy Establish and maintain direct relationships with press organizations and key figures that reach target personae. Maintain contact database for all press and media contacts. Arrange regular and direct meetings with music industry, Pro Audio, and post production press and key media, at shows and/or desk-sides at least twice per year. Increase standards and quality of all iZotope’s written communications, both internal and external. Ensure all iZotope public and team communications internal, external, verbal and written are of industry leading caliber.   Qualifications Deep understanding of the audio, music or post production industries, or a closely related field Excellent writing and communication skills, with proven expertise in creating press releases, speaking points and translating product messaging appropriately for each output. Minimum of 5 years communications experience in-house or at an agency - (preference PR agency) Proven ability to establish working relationships with journalists and influencers Self starter, critical thinker and positive team-player who will thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Degree in PR, journalism, marketing or related field, or equivalent experience.   This position is located in our corporate headquarters in Cambridge, MA. Must be authorized to work in the United States. About iZotope iZotope makes audio products and technologies that are used around the world. We have a wide range of customers, from the millions of consumers who enjoy our audio enhancement to GRAMMY­-winning producers using our pro products to the corporations who license our technology for use in their own products. We are a growing team of highly motivated people who are constantly looking to innovate and improve the way we create and listen to audio.

As a member of the Global Communications & Public Affairs team, you will work cross-functionally to help communicate with journalists and other thought leaders; devise specific communications materials and campaigns based on understanding of journalists' interests; engage in face-to-face meetings with commentators and other opinion formers; develop print and web-based material supporting these campaigns; and counter misinformation that might interfere with our business and ability to serve our users. We're looking for great communicators who can understand complex issues and explain them in person and also via well written, simple blog posts, FAQs, video scripts and more. As a leader, you will keep your team on track with the overall strategy, giving them direction when it comes to specific product and business area decisions. You will also provide direct communications support for senior executives. As part of of the music communications team, you will help build the overall strategy for Music communications, including surfacing and telling artist stories, highlighting popular and emerging artists on YouTube -- all while aligning your initiatives with overall goals of the business. You will also provide direct communications support for senior executives on our Music team and help manage the external communications around our ongoing music negotiations. It's our job to help inform and educate users, advertisers, partners, opinion leaders--and our own employees--about the benefits of Google's products, our distinctive company culture/values, and our approach to the big public policy issues of the day. We are looking for quick-witted, entrepreneurial and intellectually curious people to join the team. To succeed here, you'll need to be able to combine creativity with the organizational skills to manage numerous different projects to tight deadlines simultaneously, as well as enjoy pitching to all kinds of journalists, bloggers and commentators (we find it hard too!), or producing internal communications and events for our employees. Things happen quickly at Google and to get stuff done here you need to be an enthusiastic team player - a self-starter who can work cross-functionally and isn't frightened to take risks or try out new ways of doing things. Responsibilities Work with executives on our music product area and our global, music business organization to develop and deliver compelling messages related to the perception of YouTube in the music business. Develop creative stories to land in consumer and music industry publications, own and manage corporate and crisis communications around music, and executive public relations initiatives. Partner internally with YouTube marketing to shine a spotlight on great artist stories and interesting data insights. Build and rollout communication initiatives that relay our key messages and goals in the world of music. Support music communications press team. Support senior communications team to help launch and grow awareness for YouTube music on the consumer and product side. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 2 years of relevant communications and publicity experience. Authorization to work in the United States. Preferred qualifications: Effective team player who can lead efforts across music; capable of working calmly and quickly in high-stress environments. Persuasive when presenting to larger groups or in regular meetings, both internally and externally. Solid understanding of, and interest in the music and entertainment world, both at a high and granular level; history of managing complex corporate PR initiatives and experience dealing with the business side of the music industry. Strong communication skills.

As a member of the Global Communications & Public Affairs team, you will work cross-functionally to help communicate with journalists and other thought leaders; devise specific communications materials and campaigns based on understanding of journalists' interests; engage in face-to-face meetings with commentators and other opinion formers; develop print and web-based material supporting these campaigns; and counter misinformation that might interfere with our business and ability to serve our users. We're looking for great communicators who can understand complex issues and explain them in person and also via well written, simple blog posts, FAQs, video scripts and more. As a leader, you will keep your team on track with the overall strategy, giving them direction when it comes to specific product and business area decisions. You will also provide direct communications support for senior executives. As part of of the music communications team, you will help build the overall strategy for Music communications, including surfacing and telling artist stories, and highlighting popular and emerging artists on YouTube -- all while aligning your initiatives with overall goals of the business. You will also provide direct communications support for senior executives on our Music team and help manage the external communications around our ongoing music negotiations. It's our job to help inform and educate users, advertisers, partners, opinion leaders--and our own employees--about the benefits of Google's products, our distinctive company culture/values, and our approach to the big public policy issues of the day. We are looking for quick-witted, entrepreneurial and intellectually curious people to join the team. To succeed here, you'll need to be able to combine creativity with the organizational skills to manage numerous different projects to tight deadlines simultaneously, as well as enjoy pitching to all kinds of journalists, bloggers and commentators (we find it hard too!), or producing internal communications and events for our employees. Things happen quickly at Google and to get stuff done here you need to be an enthusiastic team player - a self-starter who can work cross-functionally and isn't frightened to take risks or try out new ways of doing things. Responsibilities Work with executives on our music product area and our global, music business organization to develop and deliver compelling messages related to the perception of YouTube in the music business. Develop creative stories to land in consumer and music industry publications, own and manage corporate and crisis communications around music, and executive public relations initiatives. Partner internally with YouTube marketing to shine a spotlight on great artist stories and interesting data insights. Build and rollout communication initiatives that relay our key messages and goals in the world of music. Own and manage our external relationships with the media and key music influencers, and cultivate partnerships with artists and music industry players. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 7 years of relevant communications and publicity experience. Authorization to work in the United States. Preferred qualifications: Experience collaborating with marketing teams to bring multi faceted music campaigns to consumers. Understanding of the music and entertainment world, both at a high and granular level. Understanding of YouTube and tech policies and regional regulations both in the US and globally that impact music. Effective team player who can lead efforts across music; capable of working calmly and quickly in high-stress environments Persuasive when presenting to larger groups or in regular meetings, both internally and externally. Strong communication skills and decisive leadership.