This role will build and deliver communications programs targeted to multiple audiences around the world including technology companies, developers, merchants, financial institutions and regulators. The director in this role will be the internal and external communications point of contact for the business executives that will help communicate Visa's innovation strategy. This role will join the innovations, product and brand/sponsorship team communications team.
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Build strong internal relations with business partners and communication colleagues
Create high-quality written materials, including but not limited to: news releases, blog posts, fact sheets, executive briefing materials, opinion pieces, and related collateral and social media extension
Deliver messages or create programs using creative methods
Have a passion for, and deep experience in, developing and executing media relations programs. This includes building and maintaining reporter relationships, identifying story ideas, pitching stories and managing through to point of coverage
Utilize social media channels to amplify campaigns and support core media relations activities
Work with partners to manage third-party initiatives or announcement
Assist with logistics and planning for Visa media events
Qualifications
BA/BS degree required
At least 15 years public relations experience, ideally with a mix of agency and internal positions
Creative, positive, collaborative and high-energy individual with an ability to execute
Exceptional writing and editing skills
Effective at problem solving
Excellent verbal communication, including interpersonal and presentation skills
Established media experience and contacts
Passionate about the technology industry and communicating Visa's role within it
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