Our Success Criteria

• Create, implement, and oversee PR and communications programs that effectively describe and promote the company across owned, earned, and paid channels
• Assist in the big-picture communications strategy and storytelling initiative of Sanctuary and our technology
• Set up and run an industry analyst and thought-leadership program, including the establishment of relationships, preparing and disseminating educational materials, arranging pre-briefings around key announcements, and owning all required communications to maintain those relationships
• Own key internal communications and messaging documents and continually iterate them with new and evolving strategies
• Manage the research and development of company messaging, product fact sheets, customer/partner/investor presentations, and other public-facing promotional materials
• Research, outline, write, and create informative, timely, and compelling content to be used on social media or as corporate blog posts, bylined articles, press releases, and internal communications
• Function as a key liaison between external PR agencies and the press
• Proactively track and manage inbound media inquiries received from the company’s website
• Build and maintain relationships and an internal database with relevant industry journalists
• Maintain internal coverage logs and monitor for new and industry-relevant pieces
• Assist with the planning and implementation of events with key third-party stakeholders and the press
• Research and apply for relevant industry and local events and awards that contribute to the overall success of Sanctuary and our mission
• Support the marketing and communications team with additional PR/marketing/communications activities as required
Qualifications
• 5+ years PR and communications experience, including creating and managing public facing digital content, such as web, email, mobile, and social media in the technology industry
• Excellent writing skills with experience authoring corporate blogs, bylined articles, messaging frameworks, and internal communications materials
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure campaigns launch on time, issue free, and the ability to manage multiple projects against multiple timelines at once
• Superior campaign management skills, from developing strategies to managing agencies and internal partners through execution
• Ability to function well in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment
• Self-starter who can manage multiple projects simultaneously, working with many stakeholder across a variety of technical and business backgrounds
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required
• Marketing and communications experience with AI, cognition, or robotics technologies a plus
Skills
• Advanced writing skills, ideally with experience in journalistic writing
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Proficient with Google Workspace
Traits
• Above all else, a consistently positive attitude and a willingness to do whatever it takes to create robust solutions to complex problems
• Optimistic listening and conflict resolution capabilities
• Able to thrive when working independently and in team-based environments
• Demonstrated ability to influence others without authority
• Eager to take on new challenges with tenacity and positivity
• Excellent leadership skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Patience, persistence, and attention to detail when delivering work
• Passion for human-like intelligence in general-purpose robots