Brand Marketing Manager

About the Company

Speak is building a human-level, AI-powered tutor that provides a conversation-first experience for language learners. With over $150m raised from investors like OpenAI and Accel, Speak is a leading AI company serving learners across many markets and 15+ languages.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve Speak’s brand in Japan
• Build trust and awareness through Brand, PR/Media, and Owned Social
• Define clear messaging and creative direction
• Research, evaluate, and test channels with a data-first approach (e.g., TVCM, OOH, Digital)
• Engage media, journalists, and a PR agency to earn exposure
• Analyze brand performance and campaign impact using both qualitative and quantitative data
• Plan and test localized, high-impact social content
• Share findings and updates clearly with internal stakeholders

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in brand marketing or PR
• Exceptional storytelling skills for brand narratives
• Strong data fluency to evaluate brand investments
• Ability to manage media relationships and secure earned coverage
• Strong capabilities in content planning
• Native Japanese and Business English fluency
• Ability to operate independently with urgency and ownership

Preferred Qualifications

• Start-up experience
• App marketing experience