Senior Content Strategist

The Role

We are seeking a versatile and creative Content Strategist to elevate IonQ’s brand presence and simplify complex quantum technology for our diverse audiences. You will be our "content engine," responsible for both the high-level storytelling that defines our brand. In this role the candidate will support the hands-on creation of visual and written assets. Visual assets might not exist but will need to be developed by external resources. If the candidate possesses photography and video skills, that is a plus. This role will define the assets needed for effective storytelling to our public sector audiences. This is a unique opportunity to drive engagement across the entire marketing funnel.

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.

Requirements

• Experience: 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
• Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex, highly technical subject matter (e.g., quantum computing, physics, or engineering) into clear, conversational language.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple production streams simultaneously, from initial request to concept, storyboard and final distribution.
• Tech Savvy: Familiarity with the digital tools and platforms required to produce and distribute content at scale (e.g., CMS, design/editing software, social publication platforms).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's 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.