We are looking for a creative Communications Specialist to help contextualise and amplify Google DeepMind’s research around AGI. In this role, you will partner with cross-functional teams to develop, manage and execute a rolling calendar of media engagement, social media activations and events to ensure that our goals, thought leadership and unique insights reach a range of audiences.
You will be responsible for ensuring technical concepts are conveyed in accessible and compelling narratives. You will own the content strategy for key channels, crafting high-quality materials (ranging from press releases to social media) to drive engagement and discussion.
Beyond storytelling you will contribute to the planning and execution of executive-level events, managing logistics, content preparation and presentation development to ensure seamless delivery and maximum impact.
Success requires a proactive and adaptable mindset towards risk mitigation, and the ability to ensure brand consistency in a changing environment and you will be passionate about advanced technology to shape the narrative at the forefront of innovation.
Artificial intelligence will be one of humanity’s most transformative inventions. At Google DeepMind, we are a pioneering AI lab with exceptional interdisciplinary teams focused on advancing AI development to solve complex global challenges and accelerate high-quality product innovation for billions of users. We use our technologies for widespread public benefit and scientific discovery, ensuring safety and ethics are always our highest priority.
We are pushing the boundaries across multiple domains. Our global teams offer diverse learning opportunities and varied career pathways for those driven to achieve exceptional results through collective effort.
Responsibilities
- Lead social media channel strategy, optimizing performance, content efficacy, and audience engagement.
- Define and manage a rolling launch calendar, synthesizing complex technical concepts into high-impact narratives for press releases and thought leadership.
- Lead end-to-end planning of high-profile events, managing logistics, run-of-show, and content preparation to ensure seamless delivery and maximum audience engagement.
- Partner with research, policy, and engineering teams to translate technical developments into accessible content, acting as the primary liaison to ensure editorial and operational consistency.
- Serve as a key point-of-contact for media inquiries, cultivating journalist relationships and coordinating engagements. Analyze media coverage and perception trends to refine communication strategies. Implement risk mitigation, maintain brand voice, and establish metrics to track content efficacy and optimize future engagement through data-driven insights.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience in communications, public relations, or journalism, with a focus on the technology sector.
- Experience drafting written content for executive technical leaders and managing executive communications.
- Experience managing launch calendars or media campaigns.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience utilizing media monitoring and analytics tools to track impact and refine communication strategies.
- Experience partnering directly with executive technical and cross-functional leads and teams.
- Experience in end-to-end management of high-profile executive events and speaking engagements.
- Understanding of the AI and advanced technology research landscape.
- Ability to translate technical concepts into accessible, compelling narratives for a variety of audiences.