Senior Director, Brand Experience

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Corporate Overview

In today’s cyber threat landscape, protection starts with people. At Proofpoint, that simple truth fuels our passion for protecting users, the data they create, and the systems they rely on from a uniquely people-centric perspective.

And we are just as passionate about finding the right people to help us in that mission. When you join Proofpoint, you are helping to:

• Build and enhance our proven security platform
• Blend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud environment
• Analyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intel
• Collaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challenges

We are devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk: their people. That is why we are a leader in next-generation cybersecurity—and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner.

The Role  

The Senior Director of Brand Experience will be a key leader in our marketing department, responsible for directing, managing, and executing our brand across multiple channels. This role demands a visionary leader with a deep understanding of brand development, visual and verbal direction and who can inspire and manage a multidisciplinary content team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in branding, content creation, and team leadership. 

Your day-to-day 

• Oversee the video team, design team, and copy team, ensuring all content is cohesive, high-quality, and aligned with our brand vision.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, sales, and HR teams to ensure consistent brand messaging across all touchpoints
• Lead the creation of compelling content, including videos, graphics, and written materials, that resonate with our target audience
• Manage the development and execution of brand campaigns, product launches, and other key initiatives.
• Ensure all creative work is delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members.
• Stay current with industry trends, competitor activities, and customer insights to continuously improve our brand experience.
• Utilize data and analytics to measure the effectiveness of brand activities and drive informed decisions. 
   

What you bring to the team 

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Design, Advertising, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in brand and content, with at least 10 years in a leadership role
• Proven experience managing creative teams, including video production, design, and copywriting.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating successful brand campaigns and creative projects.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to think strategically while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in creative software tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite), PowerPoint, and familiarity with video editing software.
• Experience in the technology or cybersecurity industry is a must.
   

Why Proofpoint 

Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We are a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products—and many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring the best, the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation.

We are a diverse, multinational company with opportunities in all functions, and leaders that welcome candidates from all walks of life. Apply today and explore your future #LifeAtPFPT.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable pay and/or equity. We off