[Remote] Senior Content Strategist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. IonQ, Inc is the world’s leading quantum platform and merchant supplier, delivering integrated quantum solutions across various sectors. They are seeking a versatile and creative Content Strategist to elevate their brand presence and simplify complex quantum technology for diverse audiences, focusing on high-level storytelling and content creation.

Responsibilities

• Narrative Development: Distill complex quantum information science into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with both the public sector and technical audiences
• Strategic Execution: Develop and manage an editorial calendar that aligns with our go-to-market milestones, ensuring a consistent brand voice across all channels - paid, earned, shared and owned
• Creative Content Engine: Serve as the primary creator for written content, including website copy, blog posts, video scripts, and social storytelling
• Visual Production: Identify the need and lead the execution of visual asset creation. You must be comfortable storyboarding, managing video production that aligns with the storytelling to support our content calendar
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with public sector sales team, R&D, and Government Affairs to uncomplicate technical concepts and transform them into actionable, high-impact content. This role will also work closely with internal social and web teams
• Governance & Process: Establish clear processes for content requests, creation, approval, and distribution, ensuring high standards for accuracy, quality, and brand consistency

Skills

• 5-7+ years of experience in content strategy, creative direction, or a similar role, preferably within tech or emerging science sectors
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing proficiency in storytelling/writing across a variety of channels - social, podcasts, web copy, white papers
• Exceptional ability to translate complex, highly technical subject matter (e.g., quantum computing, physics, or engineering) into clear, conversational language
• Proven ability to manage multiple production streams simultaneously, from initial request to concept, storyboard and final distribution
• Familiarity with the digital tools and platforms required to produce and distribute content at scale (e.g., CMS, design/editing software, social publication platforms)
• Bachelors of Communication or Fine Arts degree/disciplines
• Video skills, production, skilled with software applications needed to support the job requirements
• Proficiency with AI tools and Project Management tools like Airtable

Benefits

• The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Matching 401K
• Unlimited PTO and paid holidays
• Parental/adoption leave
• Legal insurance
• A home technology stipend

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