Senior Manager, Innovation Keynote Content Writer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Keynote Content Development: Partner closely with the Senior Principal, Innovation Keynote and Content, to develop compelling innovation focused keynote content for Workday's most strategic corporate events.
• Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate seamlessly with marketing teams - Events, Thought Leadership, Production, PR, and Product Marketing - ensuring all keynote content is engaging, consistent, and on-message.
• Shape Visual Storytelling: Guide our design team in creating powerful, complementary visuals and slides that elevate executive presentations and captivate audiences.
• Provide Strategic Communications Counsel: Offer guidance to Product & Technology leaders on messaging, tone, and presentation delivery, helping them shine on stage.
• Optimize Team Operations: Support the broader Keynote Content and Corporate Narrative team, streamlining processes to enhance efficiency across all event engagements.
• Refine Workday's Voice: Contribute significantly to evolving Workday's innovation brand voice, using creativity and engaging communication to inform and deeply connect with our global audiences.
• Cultivate Trusted Partnerships: Build strong, collaborative relationships with Product & Technology leaders, becoming a trusted communications advisor and strategic business partner.

Requirements

• At least 8+ years working in corporate communications and marketing, in a fast-paced, high-tech company.
• Strong experience leading C-level keynote content development, including storyline development, script writing and guiding visuals (in partnership with visual designer).
• Experience with large-scale event production and an understanding of audience segmentation and tailored messaging.
• Demonstrated ability to drive consensus and manage feedback from multiple stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of AI concepts, trends and innovations, including generative and agentic AI, machine learning, and specific applications.
• Ability to understand complex technology and translate it into compelling stories for various audiences, from technical experts to the general public.
• Proven track record supporting senior leaders on their communications with a client service attitude and consultative approach.
• Outstanding writing and editing skills, with high flexibility to manage multiple priorities.

Nice to Have

• Specific knowledge in building, selling and deploying enterprise software, understanding the strategy and concepts behind each.
• Innovative mindset, always seeking ways to improve how Workday communicates and engages audiences.

Qualifications

• Educational background is not explicitly specified, but extensive experience in corporate communications and marketing is required.

Benefits & Perks

• Role may be eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual stock grants.
• Flexible work approach combining in-person and remote work, with at least 50% of time each quarter in the office or with customers, prospects, and partners.
• Comprehensive benefits package (details available during the hiring process).