Head of Communications

Justin, TX

This position is a great opportunity to shape a young, innovative company’s communications organization while building your executive skillset in a fast-growing industry. As Head of Communications, you are responsible for all aspects of the communications organization including development of strategy for both external and internal communications, implementation of the program, and continuous improvement to help achieve corporate business objectives.

This position will require some travel for meetings and events, and you will work out of Canoo's Justin Office.

At Canoo, our team members volunteer for their specific missions with clear output-driven deliverables based on what we call “80s” (primary responsibilities) and “20s” (secondary and tertiary responsibilities).

Responsibilities

The 80s:

Develop and implement an integrated communications strategy including but not limited to – media & public relations, social media, internal, customer communications and marketing, and international communications.
Operationalize strategies; Develop KPIs, track analytics and create reports for both external and internal communications. Continuously eliminate waste and improve operational efficiencies via data-driven approaches.
Collaborate with executive leadership/SMEs on thought leadership and build corporate reputation and organizational identity.
Develop and maintain media relationships; Respond to external requests for information and oversee the development of press/information kits, new releases, news materials, and fact sheets on organizational programs and initiatives.
Conceive, develop, and implement copy/content for a variety of mediums and formats including web, print, digital/social media, blogs, newsletters, press releases, investor relations, executive speeches, etc.
Establish and align brand standards. Implement policies to enhance communications efficiency and effectiveness across the organization.

The 20s:

Organize news conferences, product launches, and interviews, and create materials for events.
Assist with social media editorial calendars and plan, create, and publish creative content across all social properties.
Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors whose products or services will be needed for the product.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field is required, an advanced degree is preferred
A minimum of eight years of professional experience in integrated communication, PR, and/or marketing communication with progressive growth across career
Demonstrated experience and leadership in managing external communications, media relations, and marketing programs to advance an organization's mission, vision, values, and goals
Advanced and proven ability and experience in writing social media and marketing content
Ability to coach and mentor high-performing teams
Well-versed in publishing software, graphical and video editing software
Strong research skills
Appetite for fast-paced environment and unpredictable travel schedule

Travel Requirements:

25% as required by business needs

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.

Reasonable Accommodations:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What's Cool About Working Here...

Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine the automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Equity Compensation
Flexible Paid Time Off
Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy

Canoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Canoo Inc. and its subsidiaries and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Canoo unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting.

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If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (214) 529-8055 or email us at talentacquisitionteam@canoo.com

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