⚡ Head of Communications & Marketing – U.S. (AI Research)

💼 Artificial Intelligence | Foundation Models | Frontier Research

📍 Sunnyvale, CA (On-site)

💰 Base: $300,000 – $350,000

🚀 Bonus + Long-term incentives + full benefits

I’m partnering with a cutting-edge AI research organisation at the forefront of foundation model development and next-generation intelligent systems. Operating at the intersection of research, infrastructure, and real-world application, they are shaping how advanced AI is built, understood, and deployed globally.

This is a rare opportunity to define how one of the most advanced AI platforms is positioned in the global conversation – translating complex breakthroughs into clear, compelling narratives that resonate across industry, academia, and the broader market.

The Role

This is a senior leadership mandate to own and scale U.S. communications. You will define the narrative, elevate market presence, and position the organisation as a leading voice in foundation models and emerging AI systems.

• Own and execute the U.S. communications strategy aligned with global priorities

• Translate complex AI research into clear, compelling, and differentiated narratives

• Lead communications for major model and research launches

• Drive integrated campaigns across media, social, and influencer channels

• Build and manage relationships with top-tier media, analysts, and AI influencers

• Secure high-impact coverage, speaking opportunities, and thought leadership placements

• Lead and scale a high-performing communications team and agency partners

• Partner closely with research, product, and executive leadership on positioning and messaging

• Support presence within key AI ecosystems through events, partnerships, and community engagement

What They’re Looking For

• 10-15+ years in communications, with strong experience in technology or AI

• Proven track record leading high-profile product or research launches

• Deep understanding of the AI landscape (foundation models, LLMs, emerging systems)

• Strong network across tech media, analysts, and AI influencers

• Experience operating in fast-paced, high-growth, and global environments

• Ability to translate highly technical concepts into clear, market-facing narratives

• Experience leading and scaling high-impact teams

Why This Opportunity

🚀 Category-defining AI – work at the forefront of foundation model innovation

🌍 Global impact – shape how advanced AI is understood and adopted worldwide

🎯 True ownership – lead strategy, narrative, and execution across the U.S.

🤝 Executive exposure – partner directly with senior leadership and researchers

📈 High visibility – drive industry conversation across media, events, and influencers

💵 Executive compensation – top-of-market base + bonus + strong benefits package

📧 Interested in learning more?

Apply directly or reach out for a confidential conversation: emily.critchley-vickers@storm3.com

⚡ Storm3 is a specialist HealthTech & DeepTech recruitment firm partnering with high-growth companies across the U.S., Europe, and the UK.