What is the role?

The Director of Global Advertising Communications is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing and leading the external communications strategy for Roku's advertising business, one of the company's most significant and fastest-growing revenue drivers. This role requires a seasoned communications leader who can translate complex business, product, and industry developments into compelling narratives for external audiences while maintaining a deep understanding of Roku's advertising growth strategies and broader business objectives.

The ideal candidate will serve as a strategic advisor to C-suite executives leading Roku's advertising and media businesses, helping shape narratives that reinforce Roku's position as a leader in streaming, media, and advertising. This person will maintain and expand deep relationships with top-tier business, financial, technology, media, and advertising press, and will serve as a key communications partner for major industry moments including CES, Cannes Lions, Upfront/NewFront presentations, and other high-profile engagements. The right candidate will bring established credibility across advertising, ad tech, corporate, and business communications, ideally with extensive experience working at publicly traded companies. This role requires the ability to drive day-to-day communications excellence while shaping long-term narratives that position Roku for continued growth and leadership in the evolving media and advertising landscape.

For New York Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $200,200 - $292,400 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.

How will I use AI at Roku?

At Roku, AI agents and AI-enabled tools handle a growing share of first-draft, repetitive, analytical, and execution-heavy work across the company. Our people lead those systems; setting direction, providing context, exercising judgment, and stepping in when work needs correction or deeper thinking. If you are excited about working this way, we want to talk to you.

You can describe specific examples where you used AI tools, agents, or workflow automation to move faster, raise quality, or scale your impact. You frame problems well, guide AI-assisted work, verify results, and ramp quickly in unfamiliar domains. Above all, you bring curiosity, adaptability, good judgment, and a willingness to learn new ways of working. At Roku, we're embracing AI as a powerful tool to amplify human creativity, accelerate innovation, and deliver better results for our customers. Across teams, we're exploring how AI can enhance our work-and we're only looking for people who are curious, adaptable, and excited to grow alongside these technologies.
What are the responsibilities of the role?

• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Oversee and lead the external communications strategy for Roku's advertising business, with a focus on advertising revenue growth, innovation, programmatic partnerships, measurement and performance solutions, platform partnerships, data and technology advancements, and emerging monetization opportunities
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Partner closely with senior leaders across Roku's media, advertising, product, technology, sales, and corporate communications organizations to ensure communications strategies align with business priorities and long-term company objectives
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Serve as a strategic advisor to C-suite executives leading Roku's advertising and media businesses, helping shape and drive narratives that reinforce Roku's industry leadership
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Develop a deep understanding of Roku's advertising products, roadmap, and go-to-market strategy to effectively communicate new offerings, product innovations, and future growth opportunities to external stakeholders
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Lead long-term communications strategy informed by a deep understanding of business dynamics, pricing and monetization strategies, advertiser needs, and emerging revenue opportunities
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Partner with stakeholders across Advertising, Product, Revenue, Sales, Corporate Communications, Investor Relations, Marketing, Research & Analytics, and Business Development to evolve business narratives and support strategic communications initiatives
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Complement the work of marketing and events teams by focusing on external reputation, business storytelling, executive visibility, and earned media engagement
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Maintain and expand deep relationships with top-tier business, financial, technology, media, and advertising reporters from outlets including Axios, Bloomberg, Reuters, CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Barron's, Puck, The Information, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Deadline, Adweek, Ad Age, Digiday, and others
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Serve as a key communications partner for major industry moments and tentpole events, including earnings-related business storytelling opportunities, CES, Cannes Lions, Upfront/NewFront presentations, major product launches, and partnership announcements

What experience would help someone be successful in this role at Roku?

• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">20+ years of communications or public relations experience, with significant expertise in advertising, ad tech, business, corporate, and revenue-related communications
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">8+ years in senior leadership roles partnering directly with C-suite executives and business leaders
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Deep relationships with business, financial, technology, media, and advertising reporters
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Demonstrated ability to connect business strategy, product innovation, and market opportunity into compelling external narratives
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Excellent writing, storytelling, and project management skills
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Strong executive presence and ability to influence across a complex, matrixed organization
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Well-organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in fast-paced environments
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience working at publicly traded companies
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Passion for television, streaming, media, advertising, and entertainment
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a highly collaborative environment
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Strong judgment, especially during high-profile or fast-moving situations
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution and respond quickly to evolving business needs
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Exceptional ability to simplify complex ideas and navigate ambiguity
• p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and handle highly sensitive and confidential information

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What's Roku's approach to hybrid working?

Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams generally work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are generally flexible for remote work, except for employees whose specific roles or assigned office location require five days' a week attendance.

What are some of the benefits?

Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Employees are supported in taking time off, in accordance with local leave policies and other personal needs to support their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.