Vice President, Content at Highwire

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Marketing, CommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

  • Visionary leadership to build and evangelize content marketing strategies aligned with client outcomes, agency growth, and cultural momentum
  • Expertise in translating big brand ambitions into owned, earned, shared, and zero-click content offerings
  • Deep knowledge of content's role in an AI-centric universe, emphasizing human elements
  • Experience leading content teams including editorial, SEO, and content marketing
  • Ability to create performance-based integrations with Creative, Strategy, Insights+Analytics, Social, and Brand Marketing teams
  • Skills in developing agency frameworks for high-output services (evergreen, episodic, campaign-related, modular content) in collaboration with ECD
  • Capability to establish editorial standards for relevance, trust, and authority, incorporating AI tools and approaches
  • Proficiency in spearheading AI-powered tools integration into content workflows for efficiency and innovation
  • Strong client-facing skills to position content as a growth driver in funnels, brand, and out-of-funnel moments

Responsibilities

  • Set the vision for content marketing strategy aligned with client outcomes, agency growth, and cultural momentum
  • Translate brand ambitions into systems of owned, earned, shared, and zero-click offerings
  • Define and transfer POV on content success in an AI-centric universe while maintaining human elements
  • Oversee the entire content team (editorial, SEO, content marketing)
  • Lead performance-based integration with agency disciplines (Creative, Strategy, Insights+Analytics, Social, Brand Marketing)
  • Develop agency framework with ECD for high-output content services (evergreen, episodic, campaign-related, modular)
  • Establish editorial standards incorporating AI for relevance, trust, and authority
  • Market content capabilities to clients, positioning it as indispensable for growth, funnels, brand, and beyond
  • Lead editorial and content marketing teams, fostering creativity, collaboration, and excellence
  • Drive new business development and organic growth through integrated content strategies
  • Align content with broader agency marketing approaches for scalable results
  • Spearhead evolution and strategic use of AI tools in content workflows

Skills

Content Strategy
Content Marketing
Storytelling
Editorial Leadership
Business Development
Digital Marketing
Strategic Communications
Team Management
Integrated Marketing

Highwire

Public relations for disruptive technology companies

About Highwire

Highwire provides specialized public relations services aimed at helping disruptive companies, particularly in the technology sector, communicate effectively. The agency utilizes its background in journalism and its strategic location in Silicon Valley to craft tailored communication strategies that resonate with target audiences. Highwire's services include media relations, content creation, crisis communication, and strategic consulting, all designed to meet the unique needs of each client. What sets Highwire apart from its competitors is its focus on delivering measurable results and its deep understanding of the fast-paced tech industry. The company's goal is to create meaningful business outcomes for its clients by ensuring their messages are effectively conveyed in a complex media landscape.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$1.2MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
ConsultingIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Hybrid Work Options
401(k) Company Match
Home Office Stipend
Wellness Program

Risks

Internal restructuring from new executive appointments may disrupt service delivery.
Integration challenges from acquisitions could lead to operational inefficiencies.
Departure of key personnel may result in loss of client relationships.

Differentiation

Highwire specializes in PR for disruptive tech companies, leveraging Silicon Valley's innovation hub.
The firm integrates journalism roots with strategic PR, offering tailored communication strategies.
Highwire's focus on AI and robotics positions it as a leader in tech PR.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven PR strategies enhances Highwire's service offerings.
Acquisitions like Candor Content expand Highwire's digital marketing capabilities.
Strategic location in the Bay Area offers access to emerging tech sectors.

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