Director of Communications

Natcast Overview

Natcast (short for The National Center for the Advancement of Semiconductor Technology) is a new, purpose-built, non-profit entity created to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) consortium, established by the CHIPS Act of the U.S. government.

Working at Natcast represents an opportunity to help extend America’s leadership in semiconductor technology, significantly reduce the time and cost of moving from idea to commercialization, and build and sustain a semiconductor workforce development ecosystem.

These efforts to advance semiconductor technology and seed new industries built on the capabilities of a wide range of advanced chips hold the potential to benefit the country and the world for generations to come.

Director of Communications & Public Relations

Organization: Natcast
Location: Remote to start, with the potential for headquarters and satellite offices in the future

In this role, you will shape the public image of an organization poised to lead a semiconductor revolution. Every day you will collaborate with world-class technologists to showcase advanced chip innovations. To thrive in this role, you must have the ability to partner with executives, engineers, and research scientists to develop compelling and effective storytelling.

Natcast is a new non-profit consortium created to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) established by the federal CHIPS Act. We are bringing together industry, academia, and government to solve the most pressing challenges facing semiconductor research, development, and workforce training. Our efforts will re-establish American leadership in semiconductor technology and secure critical supply chains.

As our first Director of Communications, you will develop strategies and campaigns to promote our mission to key stakeholders across industry, government, and the public. With significant PR and marketing experience within the technology sector, you understand what it takes to attract members, inform legislators, and build a compelling brand.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Natcast CEO and executive team to develop integrated communications strategies
• Create engaging content including website, newsletter, and impact reports
• Manage media relations, government relations, and press releases
• Cultivate relationships with industry influencers and media
• Ensure consistent messaging and branding across media formats
• Collaborate across R&D, legal, government affairs
• Uphold and enhance organizational reputation

Required Skills and Experience

• 10+ years in corporate marketing / comms / PR leadership roles
• Experience in semiconductor/tech industry
• Strategic mindset with track record of success in balancing effective communication amongst multiple high-level stakeholders.
• Expertise developing content-rich marketing campaigns
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Comfort simplifying complex technical concepts
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Communications

Bonus Points if you Have

• Experience working with government agencies
• Related Master’s degree

Natcast is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any protected attribute. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please let us know. We collect and manage personal data in compliance with data privacy regulations and best practices.

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