Communications Manager

Communications Manager, Google Maps

Note: By applying to this position your application is automatically submitted to the following locations: Mountain View, CA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA

As a member of the Global Communications & Public Affairs team, you will work cross-functionally to help communicate with journalists and other thought leaders; devise specific communications materials and campaigns based on understanding of journalists' interests; engage in face-to-face meetings with commentators and other opinion formers; develop print and web-based material supporting these campaigns; and counter misinformation that might interfere with our business and ability to serve our users. We're looking for great communicators who can understand complex issues and explain them in person and also via well written, simple blog posts, FAQs, video scripts and more.

In this role, you will support external communications for Google Maps. This includes educating people on the benefits and features Google Maps offers -- through product launches, proactive media campaigns, social media and more. You’ll be responsible for building compelling narratives and managing a variety of projects that help tell our vision for Google Maps. By fostering and maintaining close relationships with reporters across consumer, tech and business press, you’ll help drive positive media coverage for the product.

It's our job to help inform and educate users, advertisers, partners, opinion leaders--and our own employees--about the benefits of Google's products, our distinctive company culture/values, and our approach to the big public policy issues of the day. We are looking for quick-witted, entrepreneurial and intellectually curious people to join the team. To succeed here, you'll need to be able to combine creativity with the organizational skills to manage numerous different projects to tight deadlines simultaneously, as well as enjoy pitching to all kinds of journalists, bloggers and commentators (we find it hard too!), or producing internal communications and events for our employees. Things happen quickly at Google and to get stuff done here you need to be an enthusiastic team player - a self-starter who can work cross-functionally and isn't frightened to take risks or try out new ways of doing things.

Responsibilities

Help shape and deliver a clear narrative on the future of Maps, as we continue to evolve the map and explore new ways to help people navigate and explore the world.

Serve as the daily PR lead for product launches and proactive announcements, which includes drafting blog posts, media pitches and launch materials -- ensuring we provide a consistent voice in how we communicate about Google Maps.

Think creatively, take smart risks and tackle tough issues as they arise.

Develop and maintain close, productive relationships with teams across Google, journalists, key partners and influencers in tech, business and mainstream press.

Act as a media spokesperson, which requires knowing Google Maps inside and out and thinking quickly on your feet.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience.

8 years of relevant PR, media, or communications experience.

Preferred qualifications:

Ability to focus and prioritize workloads within a fast-paced environment.

Ability to work with colleagues in different countries and understand cultural differences.

Strong media relations skills in order to help shape a story.

Excellent written/verbal communication and creative skills with the ability to present information to audiences.