Tech & Product Communications Lead

Waymo LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 168.000 - 207.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Waymo LLC is seeking an experienced communications leader to drive product and technology announcements, translating complex AI and hardware work into accessible stories for press and the public.

The role focuses on media relations, rapid-response readiness, and collaboration across Engineering, Product, Legal, and Safety to shape Waymo's reputation and messaging. Hybrid schedule with opportunities to impact high-profile initiatives.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in communications, ideally at a technology company.
• Proven track record of deep media relations and interfacing with journalists.
• Experience developing communications plans for product launches and technical announcements.
• Technical storytelling chops with mass-market instincts.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute communications plans for product and technology announcements.
• Translate engineering work into clear stories for press and audiences.
• Own spokesperson support for designated leaders, including talking points and briefs.
• Build relationships with technology reporters and trade outlets; pitch stories.
• Support rapid response with reactive statements and holding lines.
• Write and edit blog posts, press releases, technical explainers, and social copy.

Kenntnisse

Media relations

Communications strategy

Product launches

Technical storytelling

Spokesperson support

Cross-functional collaboration

Press materials

Crisis communications

Public speaking

Relationship building

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Journalism/Marketing

Jobbeschreibung

Waymo LLC is seeking an experienced communications leader to drive product and technology announcements, translating complex AI and hardware work into accessible stories for press and the public.

The role focuses on media relations, rapid-response readiness, and collaboration across Engineering, Product, Legal, and Safety to shape Waymo's reputation and messaging. Hybrid schedule with opportunities to impact high-profile initiatives.