Company Description
We create technology that enhances human perception. Thats what we mean by, The Worlds Sixth Sense. We are best known as a world leader in thermal imaging, but we also create a host of other detection technologies that increase awareness and personal safety For Your Life (consumer), For Your Work (professional/industrial) and For Your Mission (law enforcement/military).

Our products are diverse, and so are the markets we sell to. We are global and growing. And we are looking for a rock star Director of Public Relations who will design and implement an overall public relations strategy that will help make us a household name.

The Director of PR is a new position that involves equal parts big picture strategy and nuts and bolts implementation. In other words, you will need to be a thought leader who can mind the details. And because its a new role, this could be your chance to build your dream job.

We are a technology company, so you will ideally have a background working in the tech space. We dont expect you to know thermal science up front, but youll need to be a quick study. We launch multiple products every year, and are expanding our reach into consumer markets.
Job Description
Youll report to the Senior VP/Chief Marketing Officer and manage a mid-sized team.

We promise your job will never be boring.

On any given day you might plan a press event for a tradeshow in Vegas, explain the basics of infrared with a writer at Gizmodo, discuss an upcoming product launch with our executives, or pitch Hollywood producers with the idea of using our cameras in an upcoming superhero flick.

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What you will do:

Develop and coordinate internal and external public relations strategies in support of six distinct business lines
Be the chief point of contact for media (Hint: your phone will be your constant companion)
Find strategies for increasing company exposure in mass media, trade magazines, andonline channels
Work in concert with vertical marketing directors, executive staff, and product managers to ensure PR plans are accurate, on point, and adhere to company branding standards
Develop high impact media campaigns, especially in support of international product launches
Promote company as a thought leader in the detection and thermal imaging industries
Manage your department budget and work schedules with aplomb
Oversee and champion company's social media activities, collaborating with internal support staff
Qualities you will need to thrive in this position:
You are an experienced PR professional with strong knowledge and relationships with key media
You have demonstrated success building online and social media presence for a global company
You ideally have combination of agency and in-house experience (but especially in-house)
You have managed the PR campaigns of major product launchesfrom preparing media kits to orchestrating press events
You are a collaborative, team player with a high degree of initiative, drive, accountability, judgment, and flexibility
You are an outstanding writer, editor and grammar cop (Knowledge of AP Style is a plus)
You are undaunted at the thought of explaining thermal technology accurately and authoritatively on the spot without notes
You have demonstrated experience managing and inspiring small teams of employees who would say good things about you
You are eager to travel domestically and internationallyup to 50 percent of the time
You are adept at working with journalists, editors, and bloggers working on deadline
Qualifications
Prior experience in a PR role within a global company, preferably a high tech or manufacturing company that markets to consumers.
Bachelors degree or higher.
10 - 15 years relevant experience, including experience in PR implementation and proven ability managing domestic and international projects.
Proven effectiveness in developing and executing media plans.
Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to work with executives across diverse groups and translate complex concepts into clear, concise and compelling messages for the media.
Proficient in measuring and reporting on the progress of public relations initiatives against goals.

Additional Information
We are being very selective however on the industry background. The candidate should have worked in an actual company (not just at a PR agency or freelance.) We really want the person to have worked in-house at a company that sells products in the technology sector, preferably products that are sold directly to consumers (like consumer electronics.) Ideally they would have worked at a mid-sized or larger company 1000 employees or higher. The PR work they will have done will be around product launches and technology instead of corporate communications.; Wilsonville, Oregon, United States; User's other ads

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