Senior Communications Lead: CEO Voice & Company Narrative

Mind Robotics; Iowa; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mind Robotics is seeking a senior communications leader to join as the first dedicated comms hire and CEO partner. You will own public profile, earned media, podcast placements, press interviews, and internal communications as the company scales.

This role requires a hands-on builder who can operate without a team and move fast to shape the narrative for Mind Robotics’ next growth phase. You will drive a proactive media strategy, manage executive messaging, and partner with leadership, finance,

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years in communications at a technology company or equivalent in-house leadership.
• Proven track record managing executive communications for a founder-CEO or senior leader with an active public profile.
• Strong media relationships across tech and business press; podcasts and digital media contacts are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the CEO's day-to-day communications partner: briefing docs, media prep, talking points, and message development for all public appearances.
• Drive a proactive earned media strategy—pitch and secure placements on high-impact podcasts, business and tech press, and conference stages.
• Own the CEO's editorial output: op-eds, public statements, and investor-facing communications.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, podcast producers, and editors on the CEO's behalf.
• Develop and own the company's messaging architecture, narrative positioning, and crisis communications framework.
• Lead all media relations: primary press contact, inbound inquiries, and press materials for milestones.
• Support fundraising and product launch communications in partnership with leadership, finance, and legal.
• Design and run internal communications infrastructure: all-hands formats, leadership updates, and cadence for growth.

Skills

Executive communications

Media relations

Crisis communications

Writing & storytelling

Job description

Mind Robotics is seeking a senior communications leader to join as the first dedicated comms hire and CEO partner. You will own public profile, earned media, podcast placements, press interviews, and internal communications as the company scales.

This role requires a hands-on builder who can operate without a team and move fast to shape the narrative for Mind Robotics’ next growth phase. You will drive a proactive media strategy, manage executive messaging, and partner with leadership, finance,