Senior Communications Manager, Sponsorships

The role

This person will lead B2B communications and storytelling for Substack's sponsorships program. They will develop communications strategies, build media relationships, and elevate Substack's presence in the advertising industry.

What you will do

• Own sponsorships communications and execute B2B strategy.
• Drive sponsorships product and creator storytelling.
• Build industry visibility through media relations.
• Lead executive visibility and thought leadership.
• Identify industry opportunities and emerging trends.
• Amplify presence at industry events like Cannes Lions, Advertising Week, CES, and Davos.
• Travel as needed to attend industry gatherings and oversee on-site execution.

Required qualifications

• 8+ years of communications experience.
• Experience leading B2B communications strategies in advertising, technology, media, or the creator economy.
• Strong track record in media relations and executive communications.
• Exceptional writer and editor.
• Deep understanding of the advertising ecosystem.
• Established network across advertising and marketing industries.
• Ability to independently develop communications plans and manage multiple workstreams.
• Familiarity with the Substack platform.
• Willing to collaborate with any writer or creator on the platform regardless of their views.

Nice to have

• Based in New York City

Benefits

• Salary
• Equity
• Exceptional benefits

About the company

Substack is building a new economic engine for culture, giving creators the power of their own publishing platform. It empowers independent writers, artists, videographers, podcasters, and creators to make a living through subscriptions.