Director of Communications
DISQO is changing the way that the world’s largest brands, agencies and consumer intelligence companies get to know their consumers. We’ve built the first identity-based platform that combines consumer attitudes and behaviors together to power the most accurate and predictive insights solutions for our customers, and we do all of that with the willing participation of our consumers and without using outdated technologies like third-party cookies. We help our customers get a cross-platform view into consumer sentiment, measure advertising effectiveness, analyze consumer purchase journeys, and ultimately grow their brands.
Our mission at DISQO is to engage people to share their opinions and behaviors openly to help our customers make the right decisions. With over one million active members sharing their attitudes and behaviors, DISQO is looking to expand, improve and create world-class applications for people to openly share their data for research.
DISQO envisions a world where people trust in sharing information to improve the human experience. Every day, we help businesses to tune in with their customers and empower the members of our audience to influence the brands they love. Our mission is to create the most trusted insights platform that fuels brand growth. In pursuit of this calling, we’ll fundamentally change the way consumers share information and raise the bar on the quality of market research at the same time. That’s a challenge that makes us excited to come to work each day and we’re darn sure going to have fun achieving it! We offer an all-access pass to intellectually challenging work and a servant-leader culture where you can build the career of your dreams.
To help tell our story, our Growth Marketing team is looking for an Agile and creative Communications Director to take on a range of strategic communications initiatives (B2B, B2C & employer brand). You’ll work proactively with the VP of Brand & Communications and collaboratively across the department to develop and deliver compelling stories about DISQO that engage target audiences including press, clients, partners, investors, employees, candidates and other stakeholders. You’ll develop a deep understanding of the motivations of DISQO’s B2B client personas as defined by the Product Marketing team (market researchers, brands, agencies, and media publishers) as well as the personas in DISQO’s member audience panel (Survey Junkie) to help define communications and channel strategies that grow the awareness of DISQO’s brands. You’ll collaborate to help elevate the communications work products of other team members and help manage DISQO’s PR agency.
What you will love doing
- Planning -- Develop and oversee general communications calendar to ensure DISQO is part of the industry dialogue (advertising, media, market research) across a range of topics from the evolution of data and technology solutions in the space through to workplace issues including diversity & inclusion, return-to-office post-pandemic, leadership and more.
- Media Relations -- Keep apprised of and share information about the editorial calendars of key trade publications as well as the story interests of targeted journalists. Proactively build relationships with journalists and editors so that DISQO is top of mind for story opportunities, and broker relationships between DISQO’s subject matter experts and reporters against this same goal.
- Collaborate with PR agency to develop press releases, pitches, messaging & FAQs, executive briefing documents, infographics and more.
- Thought Leadership - work with DISQO’s executives as assigned to help them develop and share their voice on important topics that drive against DISQO’s business objectives and which also support their visibility as though leaders within our space. Write bylines, blogs, scripts, social media posts and more.
- New curation -- closely follow news relevant to DISQO’s lines of business including research, advertising, media and more to share environmental intelligence through internal newsletters and/or Slack channels.
- Social Media - work closely with the Social Media Manager and the Creative team to build audience and develop an engaged following so that DISQO is prominent in online dialogue. Collaborate to ensure DISQO’s communications and news events are fully leveraged across primary social media channels.
- Content -- Collaborate with the Product Marketing / Demand Gen and Creative teams to develop and deliver content and materials for DISQO’s websites, events, meetings, newsletters, collateral, and more..
- Demonstrate the impact of communications initiatives and make strategic recommendations to increase effectiveness.
- Contribute to DISQO’s collaborative and people-driven culture with bias toward action, commitments to personal, team and organizational growth, and by demonstrating all of DISQO’s values.
How your talent stands out
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing or Business; Master’s degree preferred.
- 10 or more years’ experience in communications, media relations, public relations/affairs, and/or marketing
- Demonstrated track record building and nurturing relationships with journalists, preference for experience in the advertising, media and technology spaces.
- Portfolio of business communications writing samples (press releases, bylines, collateral materials, web content, etc.).
- Experience developing and/or managing budgets.
- Superior writing acumen, including the ability to nuance tone of voice for different DISQO brands and executive thought leaders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and/or Google suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
- Ability to work independently while nurturing effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, partners, and other influencers.
- Track record demonstrating sound judgement, vigorous attention to details, and excellent organization.
- 3 professional references (on request).
- Applicants must reside in the U.S.
Perks & Benefits:
·100% covered Medical/Dental/Vision for employee, 80% for dependents
·Equity
·Unlimited Vacation
·Flexible work hours
·Catered lunches 3x a week
·Stocked pantry
·Happy Hours
·Onsite Fitness Program
·Discounted Gym Membership
·Quarterly Offsites
·401K
·Life Insurance
·FSA
·Paid Maternity/Paternity leave
·Disability Insurance
·Travel Assistance Program
·24/7 Counseling Services offered to employees
DISQO is an equal opportunity employer. Discovery, innovation, and growth are possible when we open ourselves to new possibilities, perspectives, and approaches. That’s why, at DISQO, we welcome, support, and empower individuals from diverse backgrounds. Exceptional teams are rooted in extraordinary people, each with a unique story and a compelling set of skills. DISQO does not discriminate against employees based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), genetic information, protected military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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