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Vice President Marketing & Communications

Epirus
Location
Torrance, California, United States; Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted
9 days ago
Department
Marketing and Communications
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or related field
  • 10+ years of relevant marketing, communications, and/or public relations experience
  • Demonstrated success shaping and externalizing strategic messaging in partnership with executive leadership
  • Experience building and controlling an external narrative, including media relations and press strategy
  • Ability to propose and operate against structured, measurable marketing frameworks and reporting
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
Nice to have
  • Experience developing relationships with government/defense media personnel
  • Passion for start-up environments
  • Desire to build senior relationships with military/defense stakeholders
What the job really is

The Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Epirus will work closely with executive leadership to develop and communicate the company's strategic messaging and positioning. This role involves managing media relations, public communications, and relationships with Department of War media personnel, while also leading a small team and overseeing events and thought-leadership opportunities. The position requires a strategic communicator who can simplify complex topics and operate within structured marketing frameworks.

Things to weigh
  • No specific benefits listed
  • High visibility role with executive leadership
  • Position involves managing a small team
  • Requires a strong commitment to the defense industry
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