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Amazon AWS Partner PR Manager, AWS Communications in Arlington, Virginia

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AWS Partner PR Manager

Amazon Web Services (AWS) seeks a creative, self-motivated, high-judgment, well-connected and experienced public relations professional to drive communications programs for the AWS Partner Network. The right candidate will have extensive media relations experience, excellent writing skills, and possess strong organizational abilities.

The AWS Partner PR Manager will work across AWS stakeholders – working with colleagues in PR, services, business, and marketing – as well as with external PR and business contacts to develop and review messaging and press releases, cultivate and execute thought leadership programs, and identify and drive a steady pace of proactive media coverage around the innovation AWS is driving with Systems Integrators (SIs), Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), Managed Services Providers (MSPs), startups, and other partners.

The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into technology and is motivated by a dynamic, highly creative culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome. The candidate must be comfortable working sensitive issues and communicating with the media on stories that can impact AWS’s reputation.

Key job responsibilities

  • Define, develop, and oversee end-to-end execution of PR strategy and programs to drive awareness of AWS’s partner network

  • Work cross-functionally to plan and execute PR campaigns

  • Serve as a global liaison for international PR teams, helping to support international plans, service launches, and cross-functional PR campaigns

  • Ensure factually accurate representation of AWS positioning within partner press releases and materials

  • Develop and strengthen relationships with key journalists, bloggers, and influencers to drive positive coverage online and in the technology trade and business press

  • Manage complex, fast-moving, and unexpected communications challenges with high judgment and professionalism.

  • Support development and execution of events and media engagements

Basic Qualifications

  • 7+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field

  • Business-to-business technology PR experience required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with AI and ML, including generative AI

  • Current experience managing media relationships, and a network of media contacts

  • Experience supporting large press events

  • Experience creating and executing robust thought leadership campaigns

  • Excellent media relations skills

  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills

  • Outstanding attention to detail

  • Deep understanding of technology and ability to communicate complex topics effectively

  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment and is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done

  • Ability to dive deep and an innate bias for action

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $114,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $188,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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