Senior Communications Manager

About Vercel:

Vercel is the agentic infrastructure company. We free people and agents to ship what’s next.

For more than a decade, Vercel has shaped how the web is built. As the team behind Next.js, v0, and AI SDK, we create products that help builders move from idea to production with speed, security, and exceptional developer experience.

Now, software is entering a new era, and the next generation of products will not just be used by people. They will be built, extended, and operated by agents.

We are building the platform for that future, trusted by companies like OpenAI, PayPal, Ramp, Supreme, and millions of developers worldwide. Whether you’re building our products, supporting our customers, growing our community, or shaping our story, you’ll help define what comes next.

We are looking for a Senior Communications manager to join our Communications team to help scale how Vercel shows up in the world. You'll own critical programs that extend our reach beyond traditional media: activating our executive bench as thought leaders, elevating our brand in unexpected places, and deepening our connections with the voices who shape how the industry thinks about the future of AI. You will report to the Head of Communications.

About the Role:

This role is for someone who can build, run, and grow comms programs with rigor while continually bringing creative ideas to the table. You'll work closely with our communications leadership and cross-functionally with demand gen, growth marketing, field marketing, developer relations, and executive teams to ensure Vercel's story reaches the people who matter most.

You will report to our Head of Communications and will be located hybrid in our SF office with in-office anchor days on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday.

What You Will Do:

Executive Thought Leadership: Develop and execute thought leadership strategies for Vercel's executive bench beyond the CEO, identifying the right platforms, topics, and moments for each leader; securing speaking opportunities, podcasts, and bylines; and helping executives build authentic voices that reinforce Vercel's narrative.

Media & Analyst Relations: Own Vercel's media and analyst relations program end-to-end, working closely with agency partners to build relationships with key journalists, content creators, and analysts; coordinating interviews, podcasts, briefings and inquiries; managing report submissions; and ensuring analysts have a clear, current understanding of our platform, positioning, and differentiation.

Influencer Engagement: Own relationships with technical influencers, content creators, and community voices who shape developer and buyer opinion. Build a structured approach to engagement, identifying key voices, managing outreach, and creating opportunities for authentic collaboration that goes beyond transactional sponsorships.

Sponsorships & Partnerships: Manage communications-driven sponsorships and partnerships, evaluating opportunities, negotiating agre