Communications Manager/Associate Manager

Verkada
$115,000-$160,000 USD
flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time
United States, California, San Mateo
406 East 3rd Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 19, 2025
Who We Are Verkada is a leader in cloud-based B2B physical security. Verkada offers six product lines - video security cameras, access control, environmental sensors, alarms, workplace and intercoms - integrated with a single cloud-based software platform. Designed with simplicity and scalability in mind, Verkada gives organizations the real-time insight to know what could impact the safety and comfort of people throughout their physical environment, while empowering them to take immediate action to minimize security risks, workplace frustrations and costly inefficiencies. Founded in 2016 with more than $460M in funding raised to date, Verkada has expanded rapidly with 15 offices across three continents, 2,100+ full-time employees and 28,000+ customers across 70+ countries. Who You Are Verkada is building out our Communications team and seeking an experienced professional to join us as a Communications Manager. This strong team player will be responsible for cultivating and telling Verkada's story, driving proactive and corporate PR initiatives to elevate our brand awareness. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, possesses a growth and development mindset, stays self-motivated, and leads with a positive attitude. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Communications & Public Affairs, this role will work closely with Verkada's executive team, including our CEO and other senior leaders, to develop strategic content, manage key media relationships, and craft trend and feature stories for top-tier press. This role is in office and headquarted in San Mateo, CA. What You'll Do In this role, you will develop media strategies, craft messaging and positioning around key company priorities (such as product and business announcements, as well as thought leadership initiatives). There is also opportunity to stretch into different areas that you have interest in - such as government relations or brand marketing. Additional duties include: Crafft, pitch, and drive story ideas and content to business, technology, and broadcast reporters and B2B influencers to drive coverage. Draft and edit press releases, pitches, briefing documents, media summaries, and more. Drive positioning and messaging for major company initiatives, including quarterly financial earnings and responses to key issues, including crisis management. Lead the creation of strategic content and rapid responses to industry developments - including proactive pitches, keynote presentations, Op-Eds/bylines, written and video content, blogs, storylines, company statements, FAQs, talking points, and more. Provide strategic communications counsel and coaching to C-level executives (including the CEO) and Verkada spokespeople, including speaking and media training and interview preparation. What You'll Need 5+ years of experience in Communications, Public Relations, Public Affairs Excellent media relations background and strong media relationships; successful history working on feature stories, profiles, executive Q&As, and contributed content Experience managing executive engagements at conferences and events Strong business acumen, analytical ability, and outstanding written and oral communication skills Sharp eye for detail, great writer, and proven project management skills Flexible - demonstrated ability to prioritize and reprioritize task US Perks & Benefits Verkada is committed to investing in the holistic health and wellbeing of all employees and their families. Our benefits and perks programs include, but are not limited to: Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under most plans and 80% for family premiums Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage Health Saving Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options Expanded mental health support Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time Professional development stipend Wellness/fitness benefits $200 monthly commuter stipend Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily Annual Pay Range Below is the annual on-target earnings (OTE) range for full-time employees for this position, comprised of base compensation and commissions (if applicable). Estimated Annual Pay Range $115,000 — $160,000 USD Verkada Is An Equal Opportunity Employer As an equal opportunity employer, Verkada is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals. All applicants for positions at Verkada will be treated without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Your application will be handled in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Policy.