Head of Communications for Tech Scale-Up
Listing checked September 4, 2026 · pay as published by Micro1
Overview
The role oversees external communications for a high-growth tech company, shaping how the work is seen by media, customers, and the AI community. You’ll own the communications strategy from product launches to executive messaging, crisis readiness, and media relations. Remote, full-time work, with responsibility for messaging that builds trust, credibility, and visibility. You will lead relationships with journalists, analysts, influencers, and external agencies, while guiding executives on messaging and public appearances. Key focus areas include product launches, partnerships, and company announcements, all aimed at clear, compelling narratives. PR and stakeholder engagement are central to this position.
What You'll Do8
- 1Own and drive the external communications plan and PR program across channels.
- 2Cultivate long-term ties with journalists, analysts, creators, and industry voices.
- 3Turn earned media into credible coverage across digital, print, podcasts, and social.
- 4Craft messaging for product drops, partnerships, and major company updates.
- 5Position senior leaders through interviews, speaking gigs, bylines, and media opportunities.
- 6Prepare executives with messaging briefs and media coaching to ensure consistent delivery.
- 7Oversee external PR agencies and partners to align with strategy.
- 8Lead rapid-response and crisis communications when needed.
Requirements6
- 1Proven track record leading communications or PR for growth-stage tech companies.
- 2Excellent writing, storytelling, and verbal communication abilities.
- 3History of securing high-level media coverage and building trusted press relationships.
- 4Experience guiding communications for product launches and major corporate announcements.
- 5Ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, engaging narratives.
- 6Comfort managing multiple priorities in a remote, fast-moving environment.
Who Should Apply
The ideal candidate has deep experience running external communications for tech scale-ups and can translate complex AI topics into accessible narratives. This role may be a poor fit for someone without formal PR leadership or who lacks a proven media- relations track record. Common fit issues include limited experience with product launches, weak writing samples, or difficulty coordinating across distributed teams. Candidates sometimes score low when they can’t demonstrate crisis comms readiness or have limited experience working with external agencies.
Salary Insight
This role lists a salary range as $7 - $8 per hour and is remote full-time. Pay structure beyond this and any bonuses would be discussed later in the process.
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