Virtual Head of Communications (100% Remote Contract)

ActiveHired is expanding its remote specialist bench with a Virtual Head of Communications (100% Remote Contract) at $250,000 - $400,000/year. Contributors work asynchronously from home across major English-speaking countries, translating real-world workflows in PR, Vendor Management, Partnerships, Communications Strategy into high-signal training examples and multi-step evaluation criteria for enterprise AI models.

Primary Responsibilities

• Position company leaders through interviews, speaking engagements, bylines, and media opportunities.
• Prepare executives with messaging, briefing materials, and media coaching.
• Manage external PR agencies and communications partners.
• Lead crisis and rapid-response communications when needed.
• Significant experience leading communications or PR for high-growth technology companies.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and verbal communication skills.
• Proven success securing top-tier media coverage and building lasting press relationships.

Skills & Experience Needed

• Crisis communications experience.
• Compensation & Benefits Notice
• The national pay range for this full-time position is base salary of $150,000 –$200,000. All employees are eligible for equity compensation, and employees may also receive performance-based bonuses, dependent on role and subject to company policies. our AI research partner provides a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 100% reimbursement for health-insurance premiums, paid time off, a 401(K) plan with a company match, and additional benefits designed to support a high-performing, remote-first workforce.
• Compensation Band: $250,000 - $400,000/year
• Work Location: Remote (100% Remote / Asynchronous Flexibility)
• Available Openings: 1 open position
• Core Competencies: PR, Vendor Management, Partnerships, Communications Strategy

Remuneration & Remote Setup

• Compensation Rate: $250,000 - $400,000/year (contract specialist remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Core Competencies: PR, Vendor Management, Partnerships, Communications Strategy
• Hiring Agency: ActiveHired

Direct Application Process: Click the Apply button on this page to proceed directly to our partner application portal and submit your profile for immediate consideration.