Akamai Technologies

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Akamai Technologies is a leading company that powers and protects life online, and they are seeking a Director of Editorial Strategy to oversee their editorial direction. This role involves establishing global editorial standards, creating unified strategies, and managing editorial programs to enhance brand messaging and engagement. Responsibilities • Establishing and guiding global editorial standards, ensuring marketing content aligns with a cohesive brand voice and identity. • Creating and executing unified editorial strategies aligning across Demand Generation, Product Marketing, Corporate Communications, and Branding. • Managing editorial programs such as blogs, thought leadership, executive bylines, and advertising copy for strategic alignment. • Developing strategies for web content, crafting cohesive journeys, and claims-based messaging to enhance awareness, understanding, conversion • Establishing and upholding editorial guidelines across all marketing outputs to maintain consistency, clarity, and brand integrity. • Collaborating with internal groups and external partners, scaling editorial impact while ensuring quality and consistency globally. • Staying updated on evolving editorial methods and technologies, including AI and LLMs, to enhance digital presence. Skills • 12 years of experience in content marketing, or brand journalism and a bachelor's degree or equivalent. • Proven success managing editorial programs in a corporate or B2B environment. • Compelling writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a passion for clarity and persuasion. • Experience navigating working in matrixed organizations and cross-functional teams. • Experience with digital platforms, paid media, and social channels. • Experience using generative AI editorial tools and related guidelines and usage. • Collaborative style and a passion for great writing and storytelling. Benefits • Healthcare • 401K savings plan • Company holidays • Vacation (in the form of PTO) • Sick time • Family friendly benefits including parental leave • Employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness Company Overview • Akamai is a provider of cloud services that help enterprises provide secure, high-performing user experiences on any device. It was founded in 1998, and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.akamai.com. Company H1B Sponsorship • Akamai Technologies has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 189 in 2025, 204 in 2024, 227 in 2023, 236 in 2022, 247 in 2021, 279 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.