PR Manager, AI & ML Job at Amazon in Seattle

Description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) seeks a creative, self-motivated, high-judgment, well-connected and experienced public relations professional to drive communications programs for its growing portfolio of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) services. The right candidate possesses extensive media relations experience, excellent writing skills, and expertise translating complex technology concepts into broadly digestible stories, along with a track record of exercising high-judgment while acting quickly.

The AWS AI and ML PR Manager partners with AWS service, business, and marketing teams to develop and execute messaging, thought-leadership strategies and campaigns, and innovative communications tactics. The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into technology and is motivated by a dynamic, highly creative culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome. The candidate must be comfortable working sensitive issues and communicating with the media on issues that can impact AWS’s reputation.

Key job responsibilities

• Define, develop, and oversee end-to-end execution of PR strategy and programs to drive awareness for AWS’s AI offerings.

• Regularly interact with senior leadership to influence strategy and negotiate decisions in relation to service issues, announcements, and messaging

• Work cross-functionally to plan and execute PR campaigns

• Serve as a global liaison for international PR teams, helping to support international plans, service launches, and cross-functional PR campaigns

• Ensure factually accurate representation of an expanding portfolio of AWS services in technology press

• Manage sensitive reputational issues with internal stakeholders and member of the media

• Protect sensitive competitive, technical, business confidential information

• Develop and strengthen relationships with key journalists, bloggers, and evaluators in technology trade and business press

• Manage complex, fast-moving, and unexpected communications challenges with high judgment and professionalism.

• Support development and execution of events and media engagements

Basic Qualifications

• 7+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field

• Business-to-business technology PR experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with AI and ML, including generative AI

• Current experience managing media relationships, and a network of media contacts

• Experience supporting large press events

• Experience creating and executing robust thought leadership campaigns

• Experience with business-critical communications

• Excellent media relations skills

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

• Outstanding attention to detail

• Deep understanding of technology and ability to communicate complex topics effectively

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment and is willing to roll up their sleeve to get the job done

• Ability to dive deep and bias for action

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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.