Kizen · 1 month ago
Senior Communications Manager, Marketing
New York, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$145K/yr - $200K/yr
8+ years expKizen is a technology company that builds AI-driven solutions to automate workflows across various industries. They are seeking a Senior Communications Manager, Marketing to define the company's narrative, manage product launches, and enhance Kizen's brand visibility through effective communication strategies.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataCRMMarketing AutomationSales Automation
Responsibilities
Own Kizen’s messaging and narrative
Develop and maintain a clear messaging architecture (value prop, pillars, proof points, competitive positioning) that works for IT decision-makers and c-suite audiences
Build messaging frameworks, FAQs, talk tracks, and pitch narratives
Ensure consistency across website, decks, social, PR, events, and sales materials
Partner with product/engineering to translate “how it works” into “why it matters”
Lead external communications via digital and social media
Run communications planning for launches and major moments
Write and coordinate press releases, launch blogs, and announcement toolkits
Align internal stakeholders (executives, engineering, sales) to hit timelines and approvals
Manage launch calendars, channel plans, and post-launch measurement
Own our social media channels as part of the overall brand communications strategy
Drive PR, media relations, and external visibility
Build and run a consistent PR engine that increases Kizen’s visibility and credibility in enterprise AI, automation, and our verticals
Develop story angles, pitch narratives, and a proactive media calendar
Build relationships with reporters/editors and manage inbound press
Write press releases, media briefs, Q&As, and spokesperson prep
Track coverage quality, message pull-through, sentiment, and share of voice
Build executive thought leadership and credibility
Help our leaders show up with clarity and consistency, especially in the AI narrative
Draft and edit executive LinkedIn posts, articles, and speaking abstracts
Create talking points for events, podcasts, webinars, and customer meetings
Maintain a proactive “ideas pipeline” tied to real customer outcomes
Qualification
Required
8+ years in communications, content marketing, PR, or brand communications (B2B required)
Experience positioning technical products for enterprise buyers (SaaS, AI, data, workflow, automation, devtools a plus)
Proven ability to translate complex concepts into crisp, credible messaging
Strong writing and editing skills across formats: PR, exec voice, web copy, customer stories, internal toolkits
Launch experience (product, partnership, funding, major announcements) with cross-functional coordination
Comfort working directly with executives and shaping thought leadership in their authentic voice
Strong project management skills: timelines, stakeholders, approvals, and parallel workstreams
Familiarity with PR workflows: media lists, pitching, briefing docs, and coverage measurement
Strong judgment and attention to detail, especially in sensitive or high-visibility moments
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and shift priorities without losing clarity
Collaborative working style with sales, engineering, and customer teams
Data-informed mindset: able to set goals and measure comms outcomes (coverage quality, engagement, pipeline influence)
Preferred
Experience in regulated industries (healthcare, insurance, financial services)
Experience building customer proof programs (case studies, testimonials, ROI narratives)
Existing relationships with key reporters, editors, and/or PR industry contacts (tech, enterprise software, AI, or relevant verticals) and a track record of leveraging that network to secure coverage and speaking opportunities
Benefits
Career Growth Opportunities
Engaging Work Culture
Top-Tier Compensation
Equity Package
Healthcare Coverage
Professional Development Stipends
PTO
Company
Kizen
Kizen is a no-code and enterprise-grade CRM, insights, and operations platform.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$12M2022-09-13Seed· $12M
Leadership Team
John Winner
CEO
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