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sco market and beyond. You will play an integral role in developing and driving a comprehensive Corporate Communications strategy that includes a of activity spanning executive communication, thought leadership, message development, events, and more.
The ideal candidate will have their finger on the pulse of tech industry and global trends, coupled with a keen ability to connect those to IBM -- our business, our clients and the issues we care about. They are a utility player, with proven experience developing and executing multi-platform communications plans. They have established professional networks in the San Francisco Bay-area, and are always on the lookout for new and creative opportunities that will expand IBM's influence beyond our endemic audiences.
This is a role with high visibility both inside and outside of IBM.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
• Minimum of 9 years relevant experience in public relations, communications and/or the media industry; Experience in enterprise tech PR -- or tech adjacent roles -- strongly preferred.
• Experience developing and executing comprehensive, multi-platform communications strategies.
• Strong track record of securing and managing media placements across a wide variety of print, digital and broadcast outlets.
• Proven ability to make, manage and maintain relationships with media.
• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to effectively adapt tone and style for various audiences across multiple platforms and formats.
• Experience working with C-Suite and senior level executives.
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
• A fast-learner, with relentless curiosity and interest in a broad range of topics such as current events and cultural moments, emerging technologies, financial markets, sustainability, etc.
• A nimble, roll-up-your-sleeves mentality; the ability to transition and/or also support success across a wide range of assignments.
• Self-motivated and proactive, highly organized and deadline-oriented; experience managing complex projects with minimal oversight
• An entrepreneurial and creative mindset; always looking for the new and the next, open to big ideas and experimentation.
• Knowledgeable about - or deeply interested in - IBM's past, present and future with an understanding of its evolving position in the enterprise technology industry, global business and society.