Marketing & Brand Director

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Voy VenturesWe are partnering with a cross-border venture capital firm with offices in the Bay Area and Tokyo in recruiting a Marketing & Communications Senior Manager / Director . Backed by leading global corporations and with deep ties across Japan and Silicon Valley, the firm invests in high-growth technology companies and helps them expand into new markets.The RoleThis is a rare opportunity to design and lead a Marketing & Communications function inside a venture capital platform. You’ll be responsible for building brand visibility through storytelling — writing articles, blogs, newsletters, and interviews, while also producing podcasts, managing social media, and strengthening media relationships.While the initial focus is on elevating the firm’s brand, this role has significant growth potential. Over time, you’ll expand the scope to support portfolio companies with their own marketing strategies and even help other Japan-based startups as they scale internationally. In short, you’ll not just be creating content, but shaping a new capability that can become a differentiator for the firm and a new business line.What We’re Looking ForNative-level Japanese required5–10 years of experience in marketing, communications, journalism, PR, or content creation (VC/startup/tech media experience a plus)Proven track record of producing engaging, narrative-driven contentStrong grasp of digital platforms (social media, podcasts, newsletters)Entrepreneurial mindset; thrives in lean, globally minded teamsPassionate about startups, technology, and cross-border storytellingWhy JoinBuild and own the marketing & communications function with full autonomyExposure to both Silicon Valley and Japanese startup ecosystemsBlend creativity with strategy: elevate the firm’s brand today, support portfolio growth tomorrowChance to grow this role into a service line for startups across Japan and beyondSeniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionMarketingIndustriesMarketing Services and Venture Capital and Private Equity PrincipalsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Voy Ventures by 2xGet notified about new Brand Director jobs in San Francisco Bay Area.San Francisco, CA $164,500.00-$219,300.00 2 weeks agoSan Mateo, CA $207,000.00-$297,000.00 2 weeks agoSenior Director of Marketing CommunicationsSan Francisco, CA $195,000.00-$215,000.00 6 days agoSan Francisco, CA $195,000.00-$225,000.00 2 weeks agoSan Mateo, CA $168,000.00-$276,000.00 2 weeks agoDirector - Branded Member Experience (Banana Republic)San Francisco, CA $168,300.00-$223,000.00 2 months agoOakland, CA $165,000.00-$180,000.00 3 weeks agoSan Francisco, CA $190,000.00-$220,000.00 2 weeks agoDirector - Global Digital Marketing & Virtual ExperiencesSan Mateo, CA $217,500.00-$312,685.00 2 weeks agoPleasanton, CA $150,900.00-$211,260.00 21 hours agoSenior Manager / Director, Marketing OperationsDirector - Global Digital Marketing & Virtual ExperiencesSan Mateo, CA $217,500.00-$312,685.00 2 weeks agoBurlingame, CA $296,000.00-$356,000.00 5 hours agoMenlo Park, CA $296,000.00-$356,000.00 5 hours agoFoster City, CA $200,000.00-$220,000.00 2 weeks agoDirector, Global Marketing CommunicationsSan Jose, CA $207,000.00-$244,000.00 3 days agoSan Francisco, CA $176,300.00-$267,600.00 2 weeks agoDirector, Performance & Digital MarketingPalo Alto, CA $171,360.00-$277,200.00 15 hours agoSan Francisco, CA $170,000.00-$190,000.00 2 weeks agoDirector of Brand & Marketing OperationsRedwood City, CA $185.00-$195.00 1 week agoSan Francisco, CA $174,000.00-$246,000.00 5 days agoSan Francisco, CA $223,200.00-$341,000.00 2 weeks agoDirector, Marketing and Product OperationsSan Francisco Bay Area $244,000.00-$336,000.00 2 weeks agoSan Francisco, CA $150,000.00-$250,000.00 1 month agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr