Are you passionate about helping people understand how the cloud and AI are reshaping the technology landscape? Are you a PR professional who is excited by the thought of joining the communications team at one of the fastest growing technology companies in history?
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Corporate Communications team is looking for a strategic, creative, and analytical PR professional with a history of diving deep into fast moving industries and the companies that define them to uncover compelling storylines. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of pioneering creative and high impact communications programs for dynamic global organizations. This AWS PR Manager will bring extensive media relations experience, strong press relationships, and expert communication skills to the AWS Corporate Communications Team. This person is an experienced storyteller capable of translating complex technical concepts into terms that people across the world can understand. A strong candidate will demonstrate exceptional ownership of the programs they’ve run, a knack for being ahead of the next news cycle, and the ability to quickly earn the trust of a wide range of stakeholders.
This PR Manager will partner across the AWS business and provide strategic counsel to our stakeholders and business leaders in high-profile situations. This person will frequently operate at the center of a cross-functional team and must be comfortable working across a range of countries, cultures, and business units. In this role, the candidate will also have an opportunity to develop innovative communications and influencer relations strategies.
The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into industry issues to understand how they are redefining the technology landscape, and then explaining these topics to media so they can write accurate articles to educate and inspire customers. They are motivated by a dynamic and highly creative environment with endless potential to break new ground and redefine best practices.
Since 2006, AWS has changed the way that companies acquire and use technology by providing a highly-scalable, cost-effective, and flexible technology platform in the cloud. AWS is growing rapidly in the U.S. and around the world with customers ranging from startups to Fortune 500 corporations.
Key job responsibilities
Identify and develop creative story ideas
Coordinate programs across internal and external partners
Draft compelling external messaging and content
Dive deep into new technologies and announcements
Develop and strengthen relationships with key journalists and industry influencers
Create media strategies for high-profile events
Regularly interact with senior leaders
Manage complex topics with high-judgment and professionalism
Work cross-functionally to plan and execute global PR campaigns
Support the development and execution of media engagement programs
