Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate Director, Owned Media to join our Communications team.
Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a focus on serving our members. We started Oscar in 2012 to create the kind of health insurance company we would want for ourselves—one that behaves like a doctor in the family.
About the role
As an Associate Director, External Communications, you will oversee external communications strategies across our digital platforms website, blog / newsroom, and social media. You will be responsible for the implementation of comprehensive external communications initiatives, aligned with Oscar’s strategic objectives, that enhance Oscar’s brand presence and engage critical stakeholders. You will develop Oscar’s external communications channels and generate content for sophisticated audiences including: B2B, investor, regulator, and technical. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, public relations, and product teams, to ensure consistency in messaging and alignment with brand standards.
You will report to the Senior Director, Communications.
Work Location:
Oscar is a blended work culture where everyone, regardless of work type or location, feels connected to their teammates, our culture and our mission.
If you live within commutable distance to our New York City office (in Hudson Square), our Tempe office (off the 101 at University Dr), or our Los Angeles office (in Marina Del Rey), you will be expected to come into the office at least two days each week. Otherwise, this is a remote / work-from-home role.
You must reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Note, this list of states is subject to change. #LI-Remote
Pay Transparency:
The base pay for this role in the states of California, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Washington is: $144,000 - $189,000 per year. The base pay for this role in all other locations is: $129,600 - $170,100 per year. You are also eligible for employee benefits, participation in Oscar’s unlimited vacation program and annual performance bonuses.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement cohesive external communications strategies that align with Oscar’s overall business objectives.
- Develop and manage external communications calendar, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality, engaging content across all owned channels (including, but not limited to: social media channels, website, blog, etc).
- Develop Oscar’s external communications channels and generate diverse content (including blog and social media content, whitepapers, case studies, etc) for sophisticated audiences including: B2B, investor, regulator, and technical.
- Analyze external communications performance metrics, provide insights, and optimize strategies to improve engagement, reach, and conversion rates.
- Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in social media and digital marketing; integrate new tools and platforms as appropriate.
- Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in social media management, digital marketing, or content strategy, with demonstrated progression in responsibilities.
Bonus Points
- Agency, in-house, healthcare (or other regulated industry), policy experience ideal.
- Public company experience preferred.
