Communications Manager, Safeguards at Anthropic

Seattle, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI, Technology, Trust & SafetyIndustries

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience working in communications, ideally at a high-growth technology company with consumer facing products
  • Strong record of building proactive communications campaigns that resonate with a diverse range of audiences
  • Excel at translating complex technical language into compelling messaging that connects with everyday users; superb written and verbal communicator
  • Excellent at media relations and issues management
  • Experience working with research teams and enjoy working cross-functionally with a range of technical and non-technical teams
  • Results-oriented, with a bias toward flexibility and impact
  • Care about ensuring that transformative AI systems are developed safely
  • Excited to translate insights about AI for broader audiences
  • Want to be part of a fast-paced, small, experienced, and impactful team
  • Strong candidates may have:
  • Experience working in AI, technology policy, trust and safety comms, user safety or research-driven environments
  • Background working with technical teams including researchers, engineers, or product developers
  • Track record of crisis communications or managing sensitive issues in the public eye
  • Experience communicating about emerging technologies or controversial technical topics
  • Understanding of the AI safety, security, or responsible technology ecosystem

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute communications strategies that explain the work Anthropic's Safeguards team is doing, with particular emphasis on helping everyday users understand our safety measures
  • Craft messaging for major company announcements and milestones that resonates with both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Build strong relationships with journalists and relevant influencers
  • Lead cross-functional communications projects that align safeguards, research, product, policy, and legal teams around shared messaging and campaigns
  • Provide communications counsel to a wide range of stakeholders across the company, including leadership
  • Effectively plan for and manage communications risks
  • Oversee executive interviews and speaking engagements
  • Work with agencies to drive communications goals
  • Develop and execute strategic communications initiatives that position Anthropic's safeguards approach as a competitive differentiator

Skills

strategic communications
messaging
storytelling
media relations
journalist relationships
cross-functional collaboration
communications counsel
campaign development
narrative crafting
policy communications

Anthropic

Develops reliable and interpretable AI systems

About Anthropic

Anthropic focuses on creating reliable and interpretable AI systems. Its main product, Claude, serves as an AI assistant that can manage tasks for clients across various industries. Claude utilizes advanced techniques in natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and code generation to perform its functions effectively. What sets Anthropic apart from its competitors is its emphasis on making AI systems that are not only powerful but also understandable and controllable by users. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and improve decision-making for its clients through the deployment and licensing of its AI technologies.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$11,482.1MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
Hybrid Work Options
Company Equity

Risks

Ongoing lawsuit with Concord Music Group could lead to financial liabilities.
Technological lag behind competitors like OpenAI may impact market position.
Reliance on substantial funding rounds may indicate financial instability.

Differentiation

Anthropic focuses on AI safety, contrasting with competitors' commercial priorities.
Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant, is designed for tasks of any scale.
Partnerships with tech giants like Panasonic and Amazon enhance Anthropic's strategic positioning.

Upsides

Anthropic's $60 billion valuation reflects strong investor confidence and growth potential.
Collaborations like the Umi app with Panasonic tap into the growing wellness AI market.
Focus on AI safety aligns with increasing industry emphasis on ethical AI development.

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