Vice President, Technology

More about the role:

Technology continues to re-write the rules and change the world -- and the stakes have never been higher. Want to be on the front lines, shaping the narrative for the companies and innovations that matter? As a teammate in the Technology practice at Burson, the world's largest communications agency, you'll work with industry titans, global technology leaders, challenger brands and disruptive startups, crafting stories that resonate, inspire, and drive real impact. We're not about press releases and blogs; we're about building reputations that stand the test of time. If you're obsessed with all things tech, love a good challenge, and want to be part of a growing, curious and collaborative team, Burson's U.S. Technology practice is the place for you!

As a Vice President on our growing U.S. Technology team, you'll play a key role in crafting and executing impactful reputation communications strategies and programs for both established and challenger brands.

We're looking for a strategic and creative individual with a deep understanding of the technology landscape and a passion for media relations. If you're a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to take ownership of client work, this is the opportunity for you!

What you'll do:

• Be responsible for providing senior communications counsel to clients, generating new business opportunities for the firm, and day-to-day management of significant client mandates.
• Experience working in an integrated, multi-team environment. You would play different roles on various projects depending on the client mandate and the expertise required.
• Develop and implement integrated communications strategies and programs, including media relations, thought leadership, and product launches, in collaboration with account leads and specialists across social, content, production and other disciplines.
• Maintain an active understanding and awareness of current affairs and industry issues, marketing objectives, technologies and products of your clients.
• Identify opportunities for client growth, while fostering curiosity within your teams to identify new possibilities.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with key media contacts and influencers in the technology industry, securing impactful coverage and advocacy for clients.
• Supervise junior team members' work on assigned accounts, providing guidance and mentorship to support their professional development and to ensure high-quality work output for clients.
• Oversee and contribute to the development of high-quality written content, showcasing strong writing and storytelling skills.

Experience that contributes to success:

• 10+ years' experience working in public relations, with a strong focus on the technology industry.
• You have direct, hands-on experience with clients in the at least two of these sectors: consumer electronics hardware, AI, enterprise/B2B software or working with early-stage companies and the venture capital community.
• A track record with integrated, 360-degree campaigns in the B2B and consumer technology space.
• A highly collaborative spirit and experience and passion for mentoring and guiding junior team members, fostering a positive and supportive team environment.
• Past experience with industry verticals and customer success storytelling.
• Company "owned" events and tech industry events? You've been there, managed that, and have the results to prove it.
• You've led large-scale campaigns and know how to inspire a team to achieve amazing things.
• You've got a killer network of business and tech media contacts and industry influencers.

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Burson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.