Sr Manager, Consumer Product Communications

Yahoo serves as a trusted guide for hundreds of millions of people globally, helping them achieve their goals online through our portfolio of iconic products. The Senior Manager of Communications will oversee external communications strategies for consumer products like Yahoo Search, Yahoo Scout, and Yahoo Mail, translating complex advancements into clear narratives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive proactive storytelling.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive proactive and reactive communications strategies for Yahoo Search, Yahoo Scout, and Yahoo Mail
• Partner closely with product, marketing, brand, and legal teams to align communications plans with product launches, campaigns, and company priorities
• Pitch and secure coverage with top-tier media and influencers, tailoring stories for varying platforms
• Identify, secure and support speaking opportunities for Yahoo executives at industry events, conferences, and owned moments
• Create and maintain high-quality briefing documents, messaging frameworks, press materials, FAQs, and talking points
• Support and help manage communications for senior executives, including media prep, interview coordination, and strategic counsel
• Monitor the media landscape and cultural trends to identify opportunities and risks, and respond quickly when issues arise
• Collaborate with agency partners to scale efforts and extend reach
• Measure and report on communications impact, using insights to refine future strategies

Requirements:

• 7-10+ years of experience in communications, and media relations for consumer technology or digital products
• Proven experience working cross-functionally with product and marketing teams in a fast-moving environment
• Strong track record of media relationship building, and securing meaningful coverage
• Experience supporting or managing communications for senior executives
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex product features into clear, engaging stories
• Strategic thinker who can balance long-term narrative building with fast, reactive decision-making
• Highly collaborative, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities at once
• Experience collaborating with and managing agency partners
• Excellent project management skills with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under deadline
• A self-starter and a team player ready to roll up their sleeves, get creative, and achieve results
• Specific experience working on consumer AI products is a plus