Sr. Director, Internal Communications

CHAOS Industries

$260K — $310K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, marketing, or related field; 10+ years experience in communications, or a Master's with 8+ years
  • Extensive experience executing communications aligned with company strategies
  • Proven track record in anticipating issues and collaborating with stakeholders
  • Expertise in crafting targeted messaging for diverse audiences
  • Strong skills in strategic communications planning and establishing measurable objectives
  • Success in building productive relationships with senior leaders and partners
  • Knowledge of best practices for measuring communication effectiveness.

Responsibilities

  • Shape and execute communication strategies in collaboration with internal leadership.
  • Lead the creation and management of impactful content to enhance brand engagement.
  • Design tools to evaluate the effectiveness of communication initiatives.
  • Cultivate partnerships with company leaders and external stakeholders to promote brand presence.
  • Promote product applications and attract potential investors through strategic communication efforts.

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401k with a 50% company match up to 6%
  • FSA and HSA options available
  • Life insurance and additional benefits included
  • Free daily lunch and 'No meeting Fridays'
  • Unlimited PTO and a casual dress code
  • Pre-IPO stock options and relocation assistance.
Full Job Description
Role Overview:

The Sr. Director of Communications will be responsible for developing and implementing CHAOS Industries communication strategy, including public relations activities and media relationships, to promote and protect the organization's brand reputation while contributing to its overall strategic planning process.

Responsibilities:
  • Shape, guide, and execute communication strategies: collaborate with internal leadership team to design and implement internal and external communication plans that align with mission objectives and contribute to overall company success.
  • Create and manage impactful content: lead the creation and management of impactful content and initiatives (such as press releases, website, product narratives, social media content, editorials, etc.) that drive engagement and credibility both internally and externally while supporting overall strategic priorities.
  • Evaluate communication effectiveness: design and implement tools and processes to measure the impact of communication efforts to continuously improve outcomes.
  • Cultivate stakeholder partnerships: build trusted relationships with company leaders and key external partners to increase brand presence, promote product applications, attract potential investors & partnerships, and overall supporting all necessary company communication efforts.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, marketing, or a related field with 10+ years of experience in communications, media, marketing, or public relations; or a Master's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience.
  • Extensive experience managing and executing communications initiatives that align with company-wide goals and growth strategies.
  • Proven ability to anticipate and address emerging issues, collaborate with stakeholders, and recommend effective solutions independently.
  • Expertise in crafting internal and external messaging tailored to diverse audiences.
  • Strong background in strategic communications planning, including establishing clear objectives and measurable KPIs.
  • Demonstrated success in fostering productive relationships with senior leaders, including executives and external partners.
  • Knowledgeable in best practices and tools for measuring communication effectiveness.

Preferred Requirements:
  • Previous experience taking new technical products to market.
  • Communications experience within the Department of Defense or the broader federal government.
  • Prior experience working for a fast-paced high growth start-up.

Why CHAOS?
  • Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
  • Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
  • Our Perks: Free daily lunch, 'No meeting Fridays', unlimited PTO, casual dress code
  • Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
  • Team Growth: 350 employees and counting across 5 global offices

[$260,000 - $310,000]

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.

Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.

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