Director of Communications

DigitalOcean, the cloud for developers, is a dynamic, high-growth technology company that serves a passionate community of technologists around the world. We want to simplify cloud computing for every developer and are working on some of the most challenging and interesting problems in cloud computing.

The Director of Communications will drive our thought leadership engine and create a world-class communications plan for DigitalOcean, directly managing communications activities that promote, enhance, and protect the organization's brand reputation. The Director of Communications will be working closely with the CMO and the Community and Brand teams to develop, integrate, and implement a broad range of public relations activities relative to the strategic direction and positioning of the organization and its leadership. This individual will be an ambassador for the organization and will amplify programs, product launches, and build our thought leadership position in the developer community.

* Develop and implement a strategic communications plan to advance DigitalOcean’s brand identity, broaden awareness of its vision, and amplify the visibility of new products * Work closely with leadership team and departments to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions, and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them * Serve as a spokesperson and lead point person on media interactions that help promote the brand within the developer community * Actively engage, cultivate and manage press relationships to ensure maximum coverage surrounding DigitalOcean’s products, events, and programs. * Manage DigitalOcean’s relationships with agencies and other external communications providers. * Exercise judgment to prioritize media opportunities, and prepare talking points, speeches, presentations and other supporting material for the leadership team * Organize and present supporting data and success metrics from driving ongoing external communication initiatives (e.g. impressions, traffic, etc.)

* 8-10+ years relevant experience in public relations and communications * Demonstrated skill and comfort in proactively building relationships with top tier reporters and editors, and in successfully positioning subject matter with the media to achieve high-impact placements * Extensive successful writing and editing experience in digital media * Creative and thoughtful on optimal usage of new media and digital technologies * Demonstrated experience and leadership in managing a comprehensive strategic communications, media relations, and marketing program to advance an organization’s mission and goals * A strong technical background and understanding of the tech startup industry * A strong-sense of teamwork and ability to both manage AND execute programs * Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field and, an advanced degree is preferred