Manager of Brand Communications #65533

With over $2B in revenue, Autodesk is ranked the 5th largest software company in the world and was recently named one of the top performing companies for 2008 in the BusinessWeek 50 Rankings. Autodesk is a world leader in design innovation technologies for the manufacturing, architecture, construction and media and entertainment industries. Since introducing AutoCAD in 1982, Autodesk has developed a broad portfolio of specialized 2D and 3D Digital Prototyping solutions that give designers, engineers, architects and digital artists the tools they need to create the skyscrapers, bridges, products, games and films that make up our world today. The global Autodesk community includes: - Our employees: 7,000 staff in more than 60 locations around the globe; - Our customers: 9 million users in 160 countries -- 100% of Fortune 100 firms are Autodesk customers; - Our ecosystem: 1,700 channel partners and 3,100 development partners; Twenty-six years ago, Autodesk and AutoCAD changed the world of design by automating drafting. Today we continue to evolve the design process with products used by designers, architects, engineers, and digital artists worldwide. We have been designated one of 2008's "Most Innovative Companies" by Fast Company Magazine. Autodesk: Hot technology....Cool place to work. Title: Manager of Brand Communications #65533 Location: San Francisco, CA POSITION SUMMARY Plays a strategic role in the Corporate Communications organization to help define, protect, and build the Autodesk brand. Responsible for the overall strategy and execution of Autodesk naming, interfacing with stakeholders across the company as the owner of this critical brand component. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Act as ambassador and steward for the Autodesk brand, supporting the Brand Communications function in defining and evangelizing the brand Play a lead role in defining and maintaining the Autodesk brand architecture Own and promote the company naming strategy, including naming architecture, style, and conventions Maintain and evangelize company naming guidelines Own naming process, ensuring operational efficiency and effectiveness in naming projects Manage all naming projects, including internal and external approval cycles with key stakeholders Work with internal business partners to determine naming needs and formal recommendations Coordinate with legal department to ensure trademark protection and compliance Liaise with research manager for name testing and research Monitor and analyze competitive naming DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION 8+ years in a marketing communications environment, including high-tech business experience within a global organization 5+ years naming experience, including naming strategy, creative execution, and project management; preferably both client-side and agency-side Deep understanding of corporate branding and product positioning Proven program/project management skills Superior written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of Autodesk industries and products Minimum Bachelor's degree (marketing, communications, or related field) PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Excitement and enthusiasm for branding concepts Sharp analytical/systems thinking and attention to detail Superior ability to juggle multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders Thrive in a fast-paced environment High degree of diplomacy with superior interpersonal skills Ability to influence at different levels of the organization Autodesk provides one of the most exceptional compensation and benefit packages, including stock options for all employees, 401k matching, six week sabbatical after four years of employment, domestic partner policy, on going employee training and development, flexible work hours and more! IF YOU ARE AN EXTRAORDINARY PERSON WHO STRIVES FOR EXCELLENCE, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME ONLINE AT HTTP://WWW.AUTODESK.COM/CAREERS - Job Req # 65533. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a diverse workforce. Company: Autodesk Inc. Location: San Francisco Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Marketing/Product