The Director of Brand & Communications is responsible for company branding and corporate communications including the development and implementation of brand strategy, comms strategy, along with a broad and diverse range of business and marketing communications initiatives.

• Drive the vision and strategy for the OpenGov press, analyst, and social media program

• Develop and execute programs to generate press and awareness at the local, state, and national level

• Manage internal design team to create consistent branding across web, social, conferences, partners, and sales enablement

• Develop executive thought leadership programs, including CEO bylines and speaking opportunities

• Manage voice of the customer programs, including customer speaking engagements for both internal events and industry conferences

• Manage social media channels, setting objectives and working with other teams to ensure a continuous flow of relevant content

• Work with marketing and product teams to execute impactful product and solution launches

• Work with customers to launch OpenGov initiatives at local, state, and national level, including developing materials to help customers at all levels successfully communicate their success to the press

• Maintain a deep understanding of government and technology industry trends, media landscape, and industry influencers

• Analyze and evaluate share of voice performance and provide strategic recommendations for better communications and supporting operations

• 6+ years relevant progressive communications and PR and social media experience required. agency and in-house experiences preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related discipline strongly preferred

• Experience working with customers and executives on thought leadership content development and placement

• Experience working with national and local press

• Experience working with all types of influencers, including media, bloggers, social influencers and advocates

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects across multiple markets in a fast-paced, start-up environment with aggressive deadlines and a high level of ambiguity

• Proactive and creative problem-solver with exceptional EQ, critical thinking, communication skills, and ability to develop and maintain strong interpersonal relationships

» Leadership: CEO Zac Bookman (MPA from Harvard and JD from Yale) is truly a mission-driven CEO. He was named one of the 100 most Intriguing Entrepreneurs by Goldman Sachs, a Tech Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, and SF and Silicon Valley Business Times' 40 under 40 class of 2018!

» Funding: Over $250 million, Series D company, from top tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, 8VC, Cox Enterprises, and Emerson Collective.

» Board of Directors: Includes iconic executives John Chambers (former Cisco Chairman and CEO), Marc Andreessen (Time Magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world), Katherine August-deWilde (Vice Chair of First Republic Bank), and Amy Pressman (co-founder, former president, and a current board member of Medallia).

» Growth: Record breaking growth with 1,800+ governments (and counting) using our products. Click here to read more.

» Culture: Winner of 2023 Top Workplaces USA award, Winner of Forbes 2022 Best Startup Employers, 50 Best Workplaces award. Check out our Careers Video!

» Perks: 90% paid Medical/Dental/Vision premium for employees, fully paid Life and Short/Long term disability insurance, Unlimited PTO, Parental Leave policy, monthly fitness stipend, anniversary awards, and more!

» Product: Named to the GovTech 100 (seven consecutive years), we are the leader in cloud software for our nation's cities, counties, and state agencies.

» Mission Driven: We are a technology company with a passion for the mission. We're powering more effective and accountable government.

Come join us and make a positive social impact!