[Remote] Communications Lead, U.S. Latino
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Airbnb is a global platform for unique stays and experiences, and they are seeking a Communications Lead to manage U.S. Latino communications efforts. This role involves leading campaigns, managing relationships with media and influencers, and ensuring the integration of Latino media strategy into Airbnb’s global communications. Responsibilities • Lead communications efforts for U.S. Latino-specific campaigns, working across comms verticals and closely with business and marketing leaders to build comprehensive, culturally relevant campaigns • Manage programs with partners across the organization, ensuring all departments are well-integrated and read into efforts • Help manage external communications agencies effectively to deliver outstanding results on behalf of the business and ensure key processes are adhered to • Translate global communications priorities into a Latino-focused strategy that supports Airbnb’s key growth objectives in the United States • Identify proactive press opportunities and drive local and national announcements • Develop and manage relationships with key reporters and celebrities/ influencers across the region • Provide guidance and support to the local policy team on communications matters and ensure policy communications/issues reach Latino stakeholders • Execute a multi-faceted thought leadership communications program (op-eds, panels etc.) for Airbnb’s local leadership team and help prepare spokespeople (policy leads, Country Managers, Airbnb execs etc.) for relevant public speaking/ media engagements • Help manage crisis comms and reactive press requests Skills • Bachelor's Degree • Fluent Spanish-speaker • 10+ years PR/Public Affairs experience working in an agency, in-house communications or a government communications role; preference to those with tech/ travel/publicly listed company experience • Experience working across a multitude of communications expertise, including consumer, editorial, and political communications • Understanding of celebrity and influencer marketing and relevant market-specific social media channels • Proven-track record working on creative consumer communications initiatives that have generated widespread awareness and brand buzz • Good knowledge of public policy matters - especially relating to tourism, technology, or the sharing economy • Ability to work collaboratively with multi-functional leads in a matrix organization • Excellent writing skills in English and Spanish with samples to share • Confident in leading meetings with external partners, senior stakeholders and media contacts • Passion for Airbnb and the mission of the company • Experience working on projects in a fast-paced environment • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail • Exceptional verbal communications and interpersonal skills • Ability to maintain enthusiasm and a calm demeanor in stressful situations • On-record and on-camera spokesperson experience preferred Benefits • Bonus • Equity • Benefits • Employee Travel Credits Company Overview • Airbnb is an online community marketplace for people to list, discover, and book accommodations through mobile phones or the Internet. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • Airbnb has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 234 in 2025, 176 in 2024, 160 in 2023, 270 in 2022, 250 in 2021, 274 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job