Director of Executive Communications

Posted:
10/15/2024, 4:48:13 PM

Location(s):
California, United States ⋅ San Francisco, California, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Growth & Marketing

Crusoe Energy is on a mission to unlock value in stranded energy resources through the power of computation.

Take a look at what we do! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rlt8k71Quqw 

We aim to align the long term interests of the climate with the future of global computing infrastructure. As data centers consume an exponentially growing power footprint to deliver technology to all connected devices, we are inspired by making sure that the energy meeting that demand is sourced in an environmentally responsible fashion. Crusoe co-locates mobile data centers with stranded energy resources, like flare gas and underloaded renewables, to deliver low-cost, carbon-negative distributed computing solutions. Crusoe Cloud is a managed cloud services platform powered by stranded energy that enables climate-friendly innovation in computationally intensive fields including artificial intelligence, graphics rendering, and computational biology.

About the Role:

As the leader who takes this role, you are a big-picture thinker and passionate about storytelling. You have exceptional writing and editing skills and have a knack for distilling complex information into simple, engaging stories that inspire and resonate with stakeholders. You enjoy being hands-on and are excited about developing and executing a communications strategy that aligns with the company’s values, missions, and goals, both internally and externally. 

You will work closely with senior leadership across the organization to craft speeches, presentations, and internal communications that reflect the company’s voice and position. You will also be responsible for managing media and public relations and will leverage our social media and digital channels to amplify executive voices.

A Day In The Life:

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive executive communications strategy that aligns with the company’s objectives, ensuring consistency in messaging across all executive communications, including speeches, presentations, and written materials.

  • Write and edit speeches, op-eds, articles, and other communications materials for the CEO, COO, and other senior executives.

  • Lead the development of executive-level internal communications, including emails, newsletters, town halls, and organizational updates. Partner with HR to ensure communication supports employee engagement and fosters a strong and inclusive company culture.

  • Develop a deep understanding of the company’s business and use data to craft fact-based communications and measure messaging impact. 

  • Support executives in their engagement with media, investors, and key stakeholders.

  • Manage media requests and responses in collaboration with the company’s PR agency.

You Will Thrive In This Role If You Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a related field.

  • 10+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or executive communications.

  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a proven track record of creating impactful speeches and executive content.

  • Strong strategic thinking with the ability to craft compelling narratives that align with business goals.

  • Proven experience working with C-suite executives and managing high-level communications strategies.

  • Ability to work in fast-paced, high-growth environments and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Experience with media relations and external communications, particularly in AI and/or cloud-based businesses.

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership (high EQ).

  • Knowledge of digital communication tools, social media platforms, and emerging communication trends.

  • Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or related field.

  • Experience working in AI and/or cloud infrastructure businesses is strongly preferred.

Benefits:

  • Hybrid work schedule

  • Industry competitive pay

  • Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company

  • Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents

  • Employer contributions to HSA accounts 

  • Paid Parental Leave 

  • Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability 

  • Teladoc 

  • 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary

  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

  • Cell phone reimbursement

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Subscription to the Calm app

  • MetLife Legal

  • Company paid commuter benefit; $50 per pay period

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of $215,000 - $230,000. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.