Communications Manager

Summary

Join Airbnb's Communications team as a Communications Manager to craft and execute impactful communications campaigns across the US. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage directly with journalists and media outlets, and manage media inquiries. This role demands strong communication skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The position is US-remote eligible, with occasional office work or offsite attendance. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of experience in communications or a related field and a passion for Airbnb's mission.

Requirements

• 5+ or more years of experience in communications or a related field
• Manages agencies effectively to deliver outstanding results on behalf of the business
• Skilled at media relations with excellent and well maintained media contacts and an eye for what makes a compelling story
• Calm and effective in a crisis and able to change directions and adapt plans at late notice
• Good problem solver and comfortable operating in ambiguous situations, remaining optimistic and positive in difficult situations
• Creative and strategic thinker
• Works autonomously with minimal managerial oversight but knows the right time to check in
• Excellent writing and strong verbal communications- and skills
• A passion for Airbnb and the mission of the company and experienced working on projects in a fast paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• An international outlook and passion for travel

Responsibilities

• Understand local business and policy needs to develop a proactive communications plan to drive awareness around our work with local cities and the economic opportunity around Hosting
• Respond to media inquiries across the region
• Strong ability to work and influence teams cross functionally, integrating comms plans seamlessly with other departments and functions, such as marketing, policy and legal

Benefits

• Bonus
• Equity
• Benefits
• Employee Travel Credits