Director of Internal Communications

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Salary:

$189,000.00 - $260,000.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

Join a dynamic corporate communications team as we continue our journey to transform the Applied Materials brand and share our story more broadly across the world. This is an exciting, fast-paced role that will challenge both your analytical and creative skills. You will succeed in this position if you have a positive, growth mindset, are intellectually curious, like to collaborate, have strong writing skills, and enjoy using data to develop actionable insights.

Above all, you are passionate about employee communications. You love building connections across a global workforce, and you know how to create genuine excitement among employees about the great work Applied Materials does, from the innovations we bring to the world to the people who make them possible.

Summary

We’re seeking an innovative, hands-on communications leader to direct the internal communications function for our large global workforce. Reporting directly to the Managing Director of Corporate Communications and Brand, you’ll be the primary architect of our employee communications strategy and a key member of the corporate communications leadership team.

You’ll lead a small, specialized team, including our in-house studio production team, which supports internal, executive, and external communications. This is a player-coach role: you’ll set strategy and develop your team while also rolling up your sleeves to write, edit, and execute. You’ll oversee all internal communications channels and programs, serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and organizational partners, and play a crucial role in shaping our corporate culture and driving employee engagement through compelling storytelling and strategic communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of communications professionals, while personally contributing to strategy, content, and execution

• Manage the in-house studio production team, which produces video, livestream, and multimedia content for internal communications, executive communications, and external communications, including quarterly all-hands meetings and other major company events

• Partner with external communications and executive communications colleagues to prioritize studio requests, manage production schedules and budgets, and ensure all output meets the company’s brand standards

• Partner closely with the Managing Director, Corporate Communications and Brand, to ensure internal communications align with overall corporate narrative, brand, and communications priorities

• Develop and implement comprehensive internal communications strategies that align with corporate objectives and enhance employee engagement across our global workforce

• Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute strategic communications plans that effectively cascade important company information, initiatives, and achievements

• Design and execute internal campaigns that support major corporate initiatives, change management, and cultural transformation

• Own and manage all internal communications channels

• Create and drive editorial strategies and content calendars that showcase employee achievements, special employee events, company culture, and strategic initiatives

• Provide strategic communications counsel to organizational partners, ensuring alignment and consistency in messaging across all business units

• Create and oversee high-quality, engaging content for internal channels, ensuring all messaging reflects the company’s brand voice and tone

• Lead communications strategy and execution for key internal events, including quarterly all-hands meetings

• Develop measurement frameworks to assess the effectiveness of internal communications programs and their impact on employee engagement

• Champion storytelling that highlights employee achievements, club activities, and unique aspects of our workforce

• Drive innovation in internal communications, leveraging new technologies and best practices

Requirements

• 15+ years of corporate communications experience, with substantial focus on internal communications

• Demonstrated success developing and executing communications strategies for large, global organizations

• Experience leading small, high-performing communications teams while remaining hands-on in strategy and content creation

• Experience overseeing video and multimedia production for internal, executive, and external audiences, ideally including management of an in-house studio or production team

• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-channel programs with lean resources

• A genuine passion for employee communications, with a track record of building connection and community and creating excitement among employees about their company’s work and impact

• Strong writing and editing skills

• Strong understanding of modern communications tools and technologies

• Advanced degree in Communications, Business, or related field preferred
  

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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