Global Media Relations Director

IonQ

. Lead IonQ’s global media strategy and external narrative .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $148,000 - $222,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in media relations and corporate communications, with a strong focus on translating complex technical concepts into clear narratives. Proven ability to manage executive communications, media training, and crisis messaging while leveraging technology for effective media strategy.

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Media RelationsCorporate CommunicationsMedia TrainingCrisis MessagingTechnical Writing

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Hard Skills

Bachelor’s DegreeMedia StrategyPress Release WritingPitch Deck DevelopmentSentiment AnalysisNarrative DevelopmentCrisis CommunicationEditorial Calendar ManagementMonitoring Industry TrendsRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Exceptional Writing AbilityCommunication SkillsCollaborationProactive PitchingPrecision Under Deadlines

Tools & Technologies

CisionMuck RackMeltwaterBrandwatchAI-Powered Tools

Industry Keywords

Deep-TechScientific MediaFinancial MediaSEC GuidelinesExport-Control Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead IonQ’s global media strategy and external narrative
Drive proactive pitching across global business, financial, broadcast, deep-tech, and scientific media outlets
Oversee daily activities and results delivery of external agencies
Serve as communications partner for executives, scientists, and engineers
Develop briefing materials and conduct intensive media training for spokespeople
Position subject matter experts for commentary, features, and key industry moments
Translate complex quantum computing, networking, sensing, and security concepts into clear narratives
Write and edit press releases, pitch decks, media alerts, executive bios, FAQs, and messaging playbooks
Maintain the central repository for media messaging and talking points
Coordinate with Investor Relations, Legal, Compliance, Government Affairs, and People teams
Assist with crisis playbooks, protocol updates, and reactive messaging
Track brand sentiment, share of voice, and competitor narratives
Monitor industry trends, tech policy, and market movements
Maintain media lists, editorial calendars, press kits, and collaboration tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a relevant scientific/technical field (e.g., Physics, Engineering)
8+ years in media relations or corporate communications
4+ years specifically in a deep-tech, scientific, or highly technical industry
Proven portfolio of securing impactful earned media placements across top-tier financial and tech/trade publications
Exceptional ability to write with speed, precision, and clarity under tight deadlines
Extensive experience media-training C-suite executives and PhD-level subject matter experts
Demonstrated ability to leverage technology, including AI-powered tools for drafting, monitoring, and sentiment analysis
Employment contingent on meeting U.S. export-control and government-contract requirements, including U.S. Person status or applicable authorization/license for access to export-controlled technology
Preferred: experience with late-stage, high-growth tech startups or publicly traded deep-tech companies
Preferred: working knowledge of financial media relations and regulatory compliance, including SEC guidelines/Reg FD
Preferred: familiarity with Cision, Muck Rack, Meltwater, or Brandwatch

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Matching 401(k)
Unlimited PTO
Paid holidays
Parental/adoption leave
Legal insurance
Home technology stipend
Bonus
Equity