Director of Communications, Techstars
$115-125k
+ 10% bonus
Seed startup accelerator
Be an early applicant
Seed startup accelerator
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$115-125k
+ 10% bonus
1001+ employees
Company mission
To invest in an unprecedented number of startups per year to enable more capital to flow to more entrepreneurs around the world in order to deliver exceptional returns to our investors.
Role
Who you are
- 5+ years of experience in a strategic communications role, with a strong background in copywriting and public relations. Experience in the venture capital or technology space is a significant plus
- Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with a strong knack for storytelling and research
- A proven track record of developing and executing communications strategies that successfully manage reputation risks and navigate sensitive issues
- Proven ability to build trust, influence decision-making, and provide advice to executive leaders to support informed, strategic decisions
What the job involves
- Techstars is seeking a Director of Communications to lead our global communications strategy and significantly elevate our brand presence within the startup ecosystem
- This is a pivotal role for a strategic leader who is hands on and can shape our external narrative, build compelling thought leadership, and ensure our message is consistently impactful
- You'll be the voice of Techstars, responsible for crafting and executing a communications strategy that highlights our global impact, celebrates our founders, and reinforces our position as a leader in venture capital and accelerators
- This is a highly collaborative role that reports to the VP of Marketing and partners closely with our People & Culture team, executive leadership, program teams, and managing directors to tell the Techstars story
- You will also manage a small team focused on events and content
- Develop and execute Techstars communication strategy by defining, evolving, and writing our company-wide messaging, positioning, and global communications strategy
- Find and develop stories of our impact and innovation by writing and editing high-impact content, including thought leadership articles, press releases, blog posts, company statements, and executive briefing documents
- Develop and implement integrated public relations strategies that advance business objectives, manage media relations, and build relationships with top-tier financial and technology publications
- Manage sensitive communications and reputation risks in close collaboration with our legal, people & culture team, and executive teams
- Secure speaking opportunities and media appearances for our executive leadership team and managing directors at premier events and podcasts to amplify their expertise and Techstars' mission
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on all communications matters and partner with teams across the organization to identify compelling narrative opportunities
- Implement media monitoring programs to track and leverage news and updates related to Techstars and our portfolio companies
- Manage Techstars events staff who are responsible for global external events and digital events
Our take
Techstars runs a startup acceleration program aimed at guiding aspiring entrepreneurs to launch their startups successfully. Each year, Techstars selects 500 early-stage companies to participate in a 3-month accelerator course, which includes $120K in funding along with mentorship and financial support.
In response to the rapid pace of technological innovation generating numerous new ideas, Techstar recognizes the potential of many promising concepts going unnoticed. By investing both financially and inspirational in startups, Techstars aims to not only support these ventures but also generate significant returns through equity investments.
With notable successes such as Chainalysis and SendGrid, Techstars has expanded its programs beyond the United States to various international cities, solidifying its reputation as a leader in startup acceleration.
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Insights
24% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company HQ
Little Brazil, New York, NY
Leadership
David Cohen
(Co-Founder & CEO)Having studied at the University of Central Florida, they worked as a Software Engineer and spent 4 years at Automated Dispatch Services. They then founded ZOLL Data Systems, Pinpoint Technologies, and more.
Brad Feld
(Co-Founder)Previously a Managing Director at Softbank Technology Ventures, Mobius Venture Capital and Intensity Ventures.
David Brown
(Co-Founder)Previously Founded iCentric Foundation and served as the President at Zoll. Currently, they are an Adjunct Professor at the University of Colorado, Boulder, and a Partner at Zintinus.
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