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Communications ManagerVerkada • San Mateo, CA, United States
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Communications Manager

Communications Manager

Verkada • San Mateo, CA, United States
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Who We Are

Designed with simplicity in mind, Verkada's six product lines - video security cameras, access control, environmental sensors, alarms, workplace, and intercoms - provide unparalleled building security through an integrated, cloud-based software platform. Over 33,500 organizations, including 96 companies in the Fortune 500, across 93 countries worldwide trust Verkada as their physical security layer for easier management, intelligent control, and scalable deployments. Founded in 2016 with more than $700M in funding raised to-date, Verkada has expanded rapidly with 15 offices and 2,200+ full-time employees. About the Role

Verkada is expanding our communications team and is seeking a Communications Manager to lead strategic initiatives, shape our corporate narrative, and strengthen Verkada's reputation across global markets. This experienced communicator will own high-impact PR campaigns, provide trusted counsel to executives, and mentor junior colleagues, all while driving projects forward with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in PR strategy and reputation management, thrives in high-pressure environments, and demonstrates the confidence, creativity, and resilience required to scale a company of significance.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will take a leadership role in driving Verkada's communications strategy and execution.

  • Lead proactive PR campaigns, major announcements, and crisis response efforts.
  • Shape company messaging and advise senior leadership on communications strategies.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with top-tier reporters, analysts, and industry influencers.
  • Act as project manager for mid- to large-scale initiatives, ensuring alignment across cross-functional partners.
  • Analyze media impact and refine strategies to maximize effectiveness.
  • Proactively identify procedural or reputational challenges across the company and drive initiatives to address them.
  • Contribute to and lead team discussions on media opportunities, industry trends, and cross-team collaborations.
  • Produce high-quality written materials - press releases, executive remarks, op-eds, and more - that require little to no revision before delivery to stakeholders.
  • Mentor and guide junior members of the communications team, supporting their growth and development.

What You Bring

  • 7-10 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related field, with a proven track record of managing high-impact campaigns.
  • Deep expertise in PR strategy, messaging, and reputation management.
  • Strong understanding of the competitive landscape, industry trends, and the "big picture" of communications strategy.
  • Exceptional storytelling and writing skills, with the ability to produce executive-ready content with minimal oversight.
  • Confidence in decision-making, with the ability to anticipate needs, prioritize under pressure, and identify creative solutions to open-ended challenges.
  • Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with executives, internal stakeholders, and external media.
  • Resilient under high-pressure situations and solutions-oriented in the face of challenges.
  • Experience mentoring and supporting junior colleagues, setting a high standard of professionalism and proactivity.
  • Strong project management skills, able to independently drive mid- to large-scale initiatives across teams.
  • Key Qualities

  • Influential : Acts as a trusted partner to executives, leads cross-functional initiatives, and sets direction for the team.
  • Strategic : Sees the big picture, anticipates needs, and identifies opportunities where communications can drive business outcomes.
  • Resilient & Confident : Comfortable making recommendations and decisions under pressure, while maintaining composure and clarity.
  • Creative Problem-Solver : Tackles ambiguous, open-ended challenges with initiative and sound judgment.
  • Collaborative Leader : Builds strong relationships internally and externally, while mentoring junior team members by example.
  • Proactive & Curious : Consistently surfaces new ideas, industry insights, and media opportunities to keep Verkada ahead of the curve.
  • US Employee Benefits

    Verkada is committed to fostering a workplace environment that prioritizes the holistic health and wellbeing of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive wellness perks, benefits, and resources. Our benefits and perks programs include, but are not limited to :

  • Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans
  • Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage
  • Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
  • Expanded mental health support
  • Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
  • Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
  • Professional development stipend
  • Fertility Stipend
  • Wellness / fitness benefits
  • Healthy lunches provided daily
  • Commuter benefits
  • Additional Information

  • You must be independently authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role, at this time
  • Annual Pay Range

    At Verkada, we want to attract and retain the best employees, and compensate them in a way that appropriately and fairly values their individual contribution to the company. With that in mind, we carefully consider a number of factors to determine the appropriate starting pay for an employee, including their primary work location and an assessment of a candidate's skills and experience, as well as market demands and internal parity. A Verkada employee may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, depending on their role, including sales incentives, discretionary bonuses, and / or equity in the company in the form of restricted stock units (RSUs)

    Below is the annual on-target earnings (OTE) range for full-time employees for this position, comprised of base compensation and commissions (if applicable).

    Estimated Annual Pay Range $120,000—$150,000 USD Verkada Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

    As an equal opportunity employer, Verkada is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals. All applicants for positions at Verkada will be treated without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

    Your application will be handled in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Policy.

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