Head of Communications

Endurance Energy•Seattle, WA

23h•$150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Endurance is pioneering a new category of energy by building the world's first modular seafloor geothermal power plants. To succeed, we need a world class communicator to serve as the voice of the company. Reporting directly to the Founder/CEO, you will own our external narrative and shape how the world understands what we're building and why it matters. This is a senior role and an opportunity to craft the public profile of one of America's most promising renewable energy companies.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in communications/PR working directly with founder/CEOs
Exceptional writing ability, which you can demonstrate via a portfolio
Experience with media training
Strong media network
A multitude of examples of stories you pitched / placed in high profile outlets

Nice To Haves

Communications or PR leadership at a high-growth startup
Speechwriters for a CEO, elected official, or public figure
Journalism or editorial roles at a major publication
Crisis communications agency experience

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary communications partner to the Founder/CEO, translating technical vision into clear, compelling public messaging
Own all external communications
Define a new category of energy and explain it to the world
Navigate a complex political environment and position Endurance as a bipartisan choice
Explain the nuances of environmental impacts to the general public, politicians, and partners
Build and manage all media relationships and external media consultants
Ensure the CEO and executive team are prepared and trained for all media appearances
Draft, edit, and maintain a consistent company voice across all channels and materials
Monitor public sentiment and industry discourse and advise leadership on positioning and response