JOB LEVEL
M60/P60
EMPLOYEE ROLE
People Manager

The Opportunity

Adobe’s communications team helps define how the world understands Adobe by showcasing our products, innovation, and customer and industry impact for media, creators, partners, and the broader market. This role will focus on Adobe’s creativity business and the people that power creative expression globally in the era of generative AI!

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Product Communications. The ideal candidate will lead communications for Adobe’s creator and creative professional product portfolio including imaging, video, design, audio and more. This includes Adobe Firefly, Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Creative Cloud applications! This senior leader will manage a team that develops and delivers high-impact communications strategies that define how Adobe supports creators and creative professionals globally.

This global leadership role is pivotal in shaping Adobe’s leadership in the creative industry, driving narratives that resonate with creators, creative professionals, and a global creative ecosystem.

What you'll Do

• Own and evolve Adobe’s creator and creative professionals core narratives, with an emphasis on generative AI innovation in creative workflows and tools.

• Build and drive PR strategies that speak to these audiences , including individual artists and content creators to creative directors, agencies, filmmakers, and production teams.

• Oversee development of storytelling and content, including executive media interviews and speaking engagements, press materials, creator stories, thought leadership, research, and industry narratives.

• Drive communications for product announcements, events, tentpole moments, creator-focused activations, and Adobe-owned experiences such as Adobe MAX.

• Drive media results across creative, technology, business, and entertainment outlets. Build strong relationships with press , creators, and influential voices.

• Identify external breakthrough moments and themes across culture, industry and generative AI. Develop communication strategies to lead those conversations.

• Lead and mentor a communications team delivering product and customer communications. Model and encourage business proficiency and creative and strategic storytelling.

• Collaborate with product, marketing, social, community, legal, and communications teams to drive clear, differentiated messaging.

• Be a strategic thought partner to senior leaders. Proactively shape communications based on industry trends, competitive dynamics, audience needs, and emerging opportunities in creative generative AI.

What you need to succeed

• High-growth communications experience: 12+ years of experience in product, corporate, or brand communications within technology, creative software, media, or related industries.

• Team leadership at scale: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and nurture high-performing teams while influencing across the organization.

• Success in fast-paced environments: Experience developing and implementing global communications strategies in agile, rapidly evolving organizations.

• Audience familiarity: Passion and curiosity for creative trends, careers, and modern workflows.

• Creative and exceptional storytelling: Ability to conceptualize, evolve, and communicate narratives that define product leadership and cultural relevance.

• Generative AI proficiency : Demonstrated aptitude for shaping communications around emerging technologies, including generative AI, and applying it to your work.

• Modern communications expertise : Command of digital storytelling, social platforms, multimedia content, and communications channels.

• Executive presence: Excellent judgment and ability to influence at senior levels while bridging strategy and hands-on work in a highly matrixed, global organization.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this positionis $147,900 -- $303,750 annually. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

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In California, the pay range for this position is $209,700 - $303,750

At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).

In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.

State-Specific Notices:

California :

Fair Chance Ordinances

Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.

Colorado:

Application Window Notice

If this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.

Massachusetts:

Massachusetts Legal Notice

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Internal Opportunities

Creativity, curiosity, and constant learning are celebrated aspects of your career growth journey. We’re glad that you’re pursuing a new opportunity at Adobe!

Put your best foot forward:

1. Update your Resume/CV and Workday profile - don’t forget to include your uniquely ‘Adobe’ experiences and volunteer work.

2. Visit the Internal Mobility page on Inside Adobe to learn more about the process and set up a job alert for roles you’re interested in.

3. Check out these tips to help you prep for interviews.

4. If you are applying for a role outside of your current country, ensure you review the International Resources for Relocating Employees on Inside Adobe, including the impacts to your Benefits, AIP, Equity & Payroll .

Once you apply for a role via Workday, the Talent Team will reach out to you within 2 weeks. If you move into the official interview process with the hiring team, make sure you inform your manager so they can champion your career growth.

At Adobe, you will be immersed in an exceptional work environment that is recognized around the world. You will also be surrounded by colleagues who are committed to helping each other grow through our unique Check-In approach where ongoing feedback flows freely. If you’re looking to make an impact, Adobe's the place for you. Discover what our employees are saying about their career experiences on the Adobe Life blog and explore the meaningful benefits we offer.

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