Are you passionate about helping people understand how the cloud and AI are reshaping the technology landscape? Are you a PR professional who is excited by the thought of joining the communications team at one of the fastest growing technology companies in history?
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Corporate Communications team is looking for a strategic, creative, and analytical PR professional with a history of diving deep into fast moving industries and the companies that define them to uncover compelling storylines. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of pioneering creative and high impact communications programs for dynamic global organizations. This AWS PR Manager will bring extensive media relations experience, strong press relationships, and expert communication skills to the AWS Corporate Communications Team. This person is an experienced storyteller capable of translating complex technical concepts into terms that people across the world can understand. A strong candidate will demonstrate exceptional ownership of the programs they’ve run, a knack for being ahead of the next news cycle, and the ability to quickly earn the trust of a wide range of stakeholders.
This PR Manager will partner across the AWS business and provide strategic counsel to our stakeholders and business leaders in high-profile situations. This person will frequently operate at the center of a cross-functional team and must be comfortable working across a range of countries, cultures, and business units. In this role, the candidate will also have an opportunity to develop innovative communications and influencer relations strategies.
The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into industry issues to understand how they are redefining the technology landscape, and then explaining these topics to media so they can write accurate articles to educate and inspire customers. They are motivated by a dynamic and highly creative environment with endless potential to break new ground and redefine best practices.
Since 2006, AWS has changed the way that companies acquire and use technology by providing a highly-scalable, cost-effective, and flexible technology platform in the cloud. AWS is growing rapidly in the U.S. and around the world with customers ranging from startups to Fortune 500 corporations.
Key job responsibilities
Identify and develop creative story ideas
Coordinate programs across internal and external partners
Draft compelling external messaging and content
Dive deep into new technologies and announcements
Develop and strengthen relationships with key journalists and industry influencers
Create media strategies for high-profile events
Regularly interact with senior leaders
Manage complex topics with high-judgment and professionalism
Work cross-functionally to plan and execute global PR campaigns
Support the development and execution of media engagement programs
- 7+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Business-to-business experience- Current experience managing media relationships, and a network of media contacts
- Strong commitment to professional growth, work-life harmony, and personal interests
- An entrepreneurial spirit, including ability to work independently and autonomously
- Strong interpersonal skills
- A track record of successfully representing high-profile companies or clients
- Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and organizational skills
- Outstanding attention to detail and ability to communicate complex topics effectively
- Passionate about excellence in writing and verbal communications
- Thrives in a collaborative environment and is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $114,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $188,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit
https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
