Vice President, Communications

Udemy • San Francisco, CA

400d • $300,000 - $300,000

About The Position

As the Vice President of Communications at Udemy, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the narrative of the company within the learning and development sector. This position involves leading a team focused on strategic communications, media relations, and content development to effectively convey the brand's voice and mission. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure that Udemy's story resonates with diverse audiences, while also managing internal communications to foster a transparent and engaged workplace.

Requirements

• Proven experience (10+ years) in communications, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in media and press relations, with a network of industry contacts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in internal communications.
• Experience in the EdTech or SaaS industry is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using communication tools and platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the EdTech or SaaS industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that align with business objectives.
• Collaborate with the executive team to shape the company's narrative and messaging.
• Work with people and learning teams to build the Udemy on Udemy story.
• Develop a strategy for media outreach to build and maintain relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and industry influencers.
• Secure high-impact media coverage and speaking opportunities to enhance brand reputation.
• Manage crisis communications and mitigate potential negative press.
• Oversee and contribute to the creation of compelling content, including press releases, blog posts, whitepapers, and thought leadership articles.
• Leverage AI to accelerate productivity in content creation.
• Ensure all communications are consistent with brand voice and messaging.
• Support and execute industry events, conferences, and webinars to showcase products and thought leadership.
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of communication strategies and campaigns.
• Provide regular reports on media coverage, engagement metrics, and other key performance indicators.
• Develop and execute internal communication strategies to keep employees informed and engaged.
• Foster a culture of transparency and collaboration across the organization.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and disability coverage.
• Pre-tax savings/spending plans, including HSA employer contributions.
• Expanded medical coverage for gender-affirming care.
• Financial assistance for fertility, adoption, and surrogacy expenses; twelve weeks of paid family bonding for birth, surrogacy, adoption, and foster placement.
• Fully paid memberships for meditation/mindfulness, therapy/coaching visits, financial planning, virtual family care, reproductive health, breastmilk shipping, and caregiving support.
• Free access to Udemy and Udemy Business plus a yearly stipend for professional development.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) plan with an employer contribution.
• Flexible vacation for salaried Udemates and fifteen days per year for hourly employees.
• Twelve paid holidays throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree