Communications Director

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop strategic PR plans across Australia, India, and Southeast Asia to build brand awareness and articulate company vision.
• Drive proactive media coverage in major trade publications and national business press by leveraging and building journalist relationships.
• Prepare and support executives for media interviews, external speaking engagements, and thought leadership opportunities.
• Manage external PR agencies to ensure alignment with strategic initiatives and an effective press calendar.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to manage executive communications and key events end-to-end.
• Coordinate with local, regional, and global marketing and communications teams to ensure messaging alignment for product launches and news releases.

Requirements

• 12+ years of PR and Communications experience.
• Proven expertise in B2B communications, ideally within the technology or digital media sectors.
• Experience shaping and leading complex, multi-market communications programs across Australia, India, and Southeast Asia.
• Demonstrated success in media strategy and cultivating strong relationships with business and trade press journalists.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to advise, brief, and influence senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional writing skills and the ability to craft compelling narratives that connect PR efforts to business impact.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in information technology, software, marketing technology, or advertising technology organizations.
• Deep knowledge of data and technology businesses within the advertising industry.

About the Company

The Trade Desk is a global technology company and the world’s leading independent platform for digital advertising. Our technology helps advertisers reach the right audiences across the open internet—from streaming TV and podcasts to mobile apps and news. We are committed to making digital advertising more transparent, effective, and responsible to support trusted journalism and quality entertainment worldwide.