Director, Media Relations and Communications

4 hours, 37 minutes ago
Full-time
Lead
Marketing and Growth
Natera

Natera

Natera specializes in cell-free DNA testing, providing advanced genetic testing services for oncology, women's health, and organ health to help families diagnose and manage genetic diseases.

Pharmaceuticals
1K-5K
Founded 2004

Description

  • Build and execute a proactive media strategy aligned to company priorities, with a strong emphasis on oncology.
  • Identify news moments, trends, and story angles that position the company as a leader in its space.
  • Drive consistent media coverage across national, local, and trade outlets.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key reporters, editors, and producers.
  • Proactively pitch stories, coordinate briefings, and manage ongoing media engagement.
  • Serve as a point of contact for inbound media inquiries.
  • Oversee and manage the external PR agency, including goals, deliverables, and performance.
  • Develop stories and content cross-functionally, including media pitches, statements, briefing materials, and press releases.
  • Manage third-party stakeholder engagement with clinicians, partners, and advocates to support media stories.
  • Prepare executives for media engagements and identify opportunities to elevate executive visibility.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree is required.
  • 8-10 years of experience in communications and media relations.
  • Experience in healthcare, biotech, or life sciences is strongly preferred.
  • Ability to communicate complex scientific data and technical subject matter clearly.
  • Demonstrated success securing coverage across national, local, and trade media outlets.
  • Experience driving broad consumer or patient awareness through media coverage.
  • Strong writing and storytelling skills, including drafting press materials and media pitches.
  • Experience managing external PR agencies and driving results through partners.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint or Google Slides.
  • Familiarity with digital communication tools and platforms.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range of $165,600 to $207,000 USD.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for eligible employees and dependents.
  • Free testing for employees and their immediate families.
  • Fertility care benefits.
  • Pregnancy and baby bonding leave.
  • 401(k) benefits.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • Generous employee referral program.

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