Product Marketing Lead - Keynote Messaging

About the role

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Job Category

Marketing & Communications

What You'll Be Doing & Why It Matters

Are you a compelling storyteller who can turn complex ideas into narratives that move audiences? Salesforce's Portfolio & Solutions Marketing team is seeking a Keynote Messaging Lead to help shape our corporate narrative through executive-level presentations for some of the world's largest events, including Dreamforce and World Tours.

The ideal candidate combines exceptional storytelling and communication skills with strong judgment, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative mindset. They are proactive and self-directed, comfortable working closely with senior executives, and able to navigate ambiguity, shifting priorities, and high-pressure environments with confidence and composure. They know when to lead, when to listen, and how to bring people together to deliver exceptional work.

Core Responsibilities & Scope

• Develop and execute keynote presentations and messaging for Salesforce events, including Dreamforce and World Tours.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, product marketing, PR, design, and events teams to align messaging with Salesforce's strategic vision.
• Work closely with senior leaders to craft presentations that elevate Salesforce's market positioning and reinforce core values.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive narratives integrating customer stories, product launches, and Salesforce innovation.
• Contribute to the end-to-end keynote development process, ensuring excellence in content, design, and delivery.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration without direct people management responsibilities, driving alignment and accountability across teams.
• Support customer engagement by partnering with Salesforce customers to highlight their stories and success using Salesforce technologies.
• Act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, providing insights and guidance on narrative development and presentation delivery.

The Experience

• 6+ years of experience in product marketing, corporate communications, or executive content development in a high-tech environment.
• Exceptional storytelling skills, with a proven ability to transform complex business and technology concepts into clear, compelling narratives for executive audiences.
• Proven track record of developing high-impact presentations and working closely with senior executives to shape messaging and deliver polished content.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives, meet tight deadlines, and independently drive work forward by proactively seeking out information and solutions.
• Proficiency in Apple Keynote, Google Slides, and presentation design tools, with a strong interest in technology, innovation, and emerging AI tools.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% to support global event execution.

Even Better If

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging, level of detail, and recommendations to different audiences and stakeholders.
• High emotional intelligence and executive presence, with the ability to build trusted relationships, navigate competing perspectives, and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, adapting to shifting priorities and feedback with flexibility, composure, and a collaborative mindset.

Unleash Your Potential

• When you join Salesforce, you'll be limitless in all areas of your life.
• Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best.
• Together, we'll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love.
• Apply today to not only shape the future - but to redefine what's possible - for yourself, for AI, and the world.

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Pay and benefits

At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions. The typical base salary range for this position is $143,400 - $216,900 annually. In select cities within the San Francisco and New York City metropolitan area, the base salary range for this role is $172,200 - $236,700 annually. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.