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Vice President, Tech CommunicationsOutcast • San Francisco, CA, United States
Vice President, Tech Communications

Vice President, Tech Communications

Outcast • San Francisco, CA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join to apply for the Vice President, Tech Communications role at Outcast

We’re looking for a heavyweight in tech communications to join our team as Vice President. You’ve seen the cycles, built the narratives, and shaped the perception of some of the biggest names in tech. You thrive where strategy, speed, and storytelling intersect, bringing a rare mix of instinct, intelligence, relationships, and rigor.

The Vice President plays a key role in the agency’s growth and success, overseeing client service standards, offerings, teams, and budgets. You’ll work alongside senior leadership to define goals, drive performance, and shape agency strategy and structure. You’ll lead top‑tier accounts, guiding overall strategy, positioning, client and media relationships, and major launches or events. You’ll also contribute to the agency’s broader success through leadership team participation, mentorship, and career development. The role includes involvement in new business efforts, internal marketing, events, and campaign development and measurement.

You’re not looking for just a role. You’re looking for a place where ambition is expected, impact is real, and you’re surrounded by people who are damn good at what they do. If you’re ready to shape the future of tech communications and build something you’re proud of every day, this is it.

What You Do

  • Team and Project Management : Responsible for the overall success of account teams
  • Client Strategy & Relations : Provides highest level strategic counsel / input; Interacts with highest level clients and executives; Leads media training and client training sessions, presentations, etc.; Prepares clients for high priority interviews and announcements; Manages conflict and resolution; Demonstrates excellent judgment in difficult client and staff situations; Up‑levels client concerns; Responsible for overall account health
  • Media / Analyst Relations : Develops and oversees major media programs; Manages crises; Directly involved in success of high‑stakes media opportunities and events; Has established relationships with multiple media / analysts across a variety of sectors; Leverages relationships to secure strategic media opportunities for the clients and agency visibility for the agency
  • Strategy : Brings industry breadth and depth to the role of strategic problem solver for teams, clients, and the agency; Partners with Leadership on identifying opportunities to grow existing accounts through additional agency service offerings; Develops and drives creative communications plans that achieve client and agency goals; Demonstrates understanding of client brands and overarching communication goals; Develops and oversees strategic programs; Contextualizes client goals within the industry to make proactive recommendations around clients objectives and strategies; Develops and drives initiatives on account teams and agency wide; Consultant to clients and internal peers; In‑depth understanding of clients goals and account health; Oversees thought leadership programs
  • Content Creation : Excellent at high quality writing and editing of all materials; Creates and edits presentations and plans
  • Client Knowledge : Brings an industry view to the process and oversight of developing client goals, predicting outcomes, and recommendations for best client, investor, and agency business results; Understands market position, competitive set, and key messages
  • Messaging / Positioning : Provides strategic insights and counsel; Leads high level positioning and message development; Leads positioning / messaging sessions
  • Account Management : Manages team with a focus on Director and Account Supervisor development; Actively involved in all aspects of account profitability, client service, and team success; Reviews client budget, monthly billing, and client communication; Reviews and ensures OC contributions are apparent; Leads client forecasting and discussions around budget
  • Agency Roles : Leads agency trainings; Plays a leadership role on taskforces; Provides input in hiring decisions; Conducts and provides constructive feedback for annual reviews; Proactively mentors and provides feedback and constructive suggestions to teams / peers; Contributes to annual account review; Contributes to training and development program; Represents agency and / or clients at key industry events
  • New Business : Drives and participates in new business efforts; Knowledge and strategy around new business prospects and direction

What You Offer

  • 12+ years of experience in public relations and / or corporate communications experience
  • Expertise across the B2B and emerging tech landscape
  • A track record of driving measurable growth for clients and agency alike
  • Comes with a strong, relevant network that opens doors whether to prospective clients, media, creators, or industry connectors, bringing immediate value to the agency
  • Proven experience building and leading high‑performing teams
  • Strong instincts, sharper insights, and the ability to bring clarity to complexity
  • Impeccable writing, communication, and presentation skills
  • Ability to juggle multiple priorities without dropping the ball or the energy
  • Deep integrity, no ego, and a team‑first mindset
  • A passion for building something bigger than yourself
  • Why Outcast

  • Annual salary range of $175,000‑265,000 DOE
  • 401k with match
  • Generous employer contributions toward insurance premiums
  • Unlimited vacation
  • 15 paid holidays plus a paid end‑of‑year office closure
  • Paid short‑term disability and extensive parental leave benefits
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Who We Are

    Outcast is a strategic communications agency that helps startups and established brands shape the future through creative storytelling and data‑driven strategies. With expertise across earned, owned, and paid media, we offer services like media relations, thought leadership, and content development. Our US and UK hubs enable global support, strengthened by our joint venture as Marker Collective and as part of the Next15 Group. We provide counsel that’s impactful, not just convenient, guiding clients through tough challenges as dedicated partners and truth‑tellers. Our values—centered on inclusivity, innovation, and partnership—drive results for brands at every stage of growth. Connect with us at hello@thisisoutcast.com to explore how we can shape your brand’s future.

    Outcast is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a workplace where inclusivity, creativity, and innovation thrive. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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