Senior Communications Manager - SF/LA

• Help manage the execution of Joby's core PR program, securing impactful coverage across local, national, international, and trade media.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to research, develop, and pitch engaging story ideas.
• Draft and refine press materials, including releases, pitches, briefing documents, fact sheets, scripts, and more.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, influencers, and key industry opinion leaders.
• Organize and oversee press events, media interviews, and promotional activities.
• Monitor and analyze media coverage, providing actionable insights to optimize outreach and strategy.
• Stay ahead of industry trends to ensure Joby's communications remain relevant and impactful.
• Support PR efforts for brand events, market launches, and community engagement initiatives, coordinating closely with market teams and external partners.

This role helps introduce Joby's electric air taxi service to the world by translating complex technical advancements into compelling narratives, positioning Joby as a market leader during critical launch phases and enabling people to spend more time with the people and places that matter most through reduced congestion.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in communications, journalism, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in PR roles, either in-house or at an agency.
• Proven ability to secure high-quality media coverage through strong relationships with journalists and outlets.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for making complex topics accessible.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong project management skills.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• A history of working with startup or challenger brands, especially in the high-tech or transportation sector and B2C companies.
• Ability to travel frequently.
• Candidate resides in Los Angeles or the San Francisco Bay Area.

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $129,400 - $212,100/yr. Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

Joby Aviation is developing an electric air taxi service designed to take off vertically and carry passengers over congested city streets, aiming to enable people to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, they have worked to design and test prototype aircraft for a network of electric air taxis.