Director, Marketing Communications

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing

Atom Computing is seeking a Marketing Communications Director who will develop and execute a comprehensive outbound communications strategy which builds awareness for Atom Computing’s brand, educates customers and partners about our technical achievements and unique capabilities, and generates global enthusiasm for our quantum computing solutions.

Our ideal candidate thrives in a startup environment, but also knows how large, established organizations operate and can help us grow into more mature processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop messaging and communications strategies to promote our quantum computing technology, products, and partnerships to drive engagement.
• Shape the narrative and build awareness of Atom, clearly communicating the organization's mission, products, and technologies through a variety of media and initiatives
• Develop and implement a cadenced marketing communications calendar 
• Coordinate marketing needs and activities with internal and external partners
• Maintain processes and documents that aid in the development of work and deliverables, including creative briefs, templates, timelines, and frameworks
• Manage promotional efforts including social media, direct marketing, events, sponsorships, and public relations.  Leverage industry standard metrics to monitor, measure, and optimize the effectiveness of communications and events
• Assist in creating and publishing concise and engaging customer-facing content including product information, website content, newsletters, and social media conversations
• Act as a brand ambassador - share company vision through all forms of communication and cultivate it within
• Manage relationships with media and advertising
• Ensure cohesive and consistent brand messaging throughout all channels.
• Plan and execute events such as tradeshows, media/analyst briefings, and product launches.  Define event goals and ROI metrics.
• Organize and maintain a central repository for marketing assets such as photos/images, technical papers, and marketing collateral
• Travel: Up to 25%

Experience & Education

Creative individual with 8+ years of relevant work experience in marketing communications, corporate communications, brand marketing, and/or product marketing and management, preferably within a high-tech industry
BS/BA in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field

Qualifications

Exceptional verbal and written communications skills with a keen eye for visual design and aesthetics
Demonstrated passion for creating an engaging customer experience
Strong project and time management skills, with the ability to work under tight timelines to drive multiple, simultaneous projects
Experience in collaborating cross-functionally with both internal and external stakeholders (such as marketing agencies/vendors) to negotiate, build consensus, and achieve goals 
Quick learner, with interest in technology and ability to translate abstract, technical information into easily understandable concepts
Proactive, data-driven leader who can easily navigate between big-picture strategy and tactical deliverables while keeping focus on measurable results 
Familiarity with Quantum computing, Quantum information science, Cloud computing, High-performance computing (HPC), and/or Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML)