Head of Communications & Community

About Us

VeVe is the largest mobile-first digital collectibles platform out there, with more than 108 million digital collectibles and comics sold to date. Founded in 2017, VeVe was created by collectors for collectors, to bring premium licensed digital collectibles to the mass market from leading brands including Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Lamborghini & more.

VeVe is where the world collects. It is the world’s home of premium digital collectibles, comics and art works - all available in limited edition releases. Collectors can buy, sell and play with VeVe digital collectibles on their smartphone, take their digital comic collection with them wherever they go and read comics online or offline on the VeVe Comics reader app. We are made up of a diverse range of global individuals who are all collectors at heart, dream big but stay grounded.

About the Role

We are on the lookout for a Head of Communications & Community to lead our team who focus on using PR, events and communications to keep our amazing community engaged, and to grow Veve’s share of category voice. This is a full-time role, ideally based in North America or New Zealand (Remote).

As the Head of Communications & Community at Veve, you will: 

• Lead our PR, Community Engagement, social media and events functions
• Define and execute the strategies that shape VeVe’s public perception and nurture our amazing global community. 
• Be responsible for multiple key business objectives that contribute to company growth and an increase in customer loyalty. 

The key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing comprehensive corporate and consumer PR and Community Engagement strategies that enhance our connection to our audience, our visibility and reputation across all key markets, online and offline.
• Leading, mentoring, and empowering the team which includes Community Managers, and Events and Communications specialists.
• Managing media relations, securing coverage across traditional and digital platforms to maximise brand exposure in line with business objectives.
• Identifying and mitigating potential PR risks, creating communication protocols for crisis management and response.
• Acting as a partner to the Co-CEO in managing corporate communications, including internal communications, executive messaging, and thought leadership initiatives.
• Overseeing community platforms, ensuring they reflect our tone, voice, and values while driving meaningful engagement.
• Collaborate with Co-CEO and external licensors to create commercial partnerships to drive business growth.
• Overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of PR campaigns, events, and key communications initiatives.

About You

You will have:

• Proven experience as a senior comms leader, preferably within a B2C environment with success in market penetration and market share gains in global markets.
• Experience working cross collaboratively in a product-led growth organisation to bring ideas to life for maximum impact and reach.
• Track record of successfully leading and managing remote teams, driving performance, and fostering professional development.
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate business objectives into impactful strategies.
• Proficiency in data analysis, using metrics and KPIs to inform brand decisions and optimise performance.
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across cross-functional teams and present to senior leadership.
• Adept at building and nurturing relationships with external partners, licensors, and stakeholders.
• Proven experience in Comms, PR, and Events for digital first organisations/companies.  
• Familiarity with the digital, entertainment, or collectibles industry is highly desirable.

Why VeVe?

• The Collectables Industry! Work with cutting edge brands and really creative people to deliver a fun offering. The industry is worth around $475 billion annually, and it’s growing!
• Remote flexibility: We all work remotely! Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working remotely, while collaborating with a diverse, global team.
• Worldwide reach: Be part of showcasing 200+ of the world's best brands to our community of customers and followers around the world.
• We are scaling up! Our Customer team is growing and adding more new positions in the coming months.
• Be the master of your success: As this is a brand new role, you’ll have the autonomy to build a high performing team and put your stamp on it. You will get to shape your career path and grow in the direction that best fits your ambitions and talents, with the support of your leaders.

To express your interest in becoming our new Head of Communications & Community, please submit your details by using the ‘Apply for This Job’ button above!