--- title: 'Director of Marketing & Communications at Urban Sky' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/director-of-marketing-communications-urban-sky-denver-n4cm8gxgydya' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-12' --- # Director of Marketing & Communications at Urban Sky - **Company:** Urban Sky - **Location:** Denver, CO - **Compensation:** $130k–$165k - **Posted:** 2025-06-05 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/urbansky/jobs/4002494009 ## Job description About Urban Sky: Urban Sky is a venture-backed aerospace startup that pioneers utilization of the stratosphere and reimagines the way humans view and analyze the earth. We design, build, operate, and sell stratospheric balloon systems, and the data we collect supports a wide range of applications, from real-time wildfire monitoring to urban mapping. Our technology is also employed by government customers including the Department of Defense (DoD), NASA, and others. Urban Sky sends flight vehicles to the stratosphere on a weekly basis. Our team consists of engineers, makers, developers, and doers who believe in the power of human potential when passion meets utility within a small, supportive team. At Urban Sky we strive to create a team culture grounded in candor, inclusion, respect and empowerment. We aim to build the next chapter of stratospheric history in Denver and are seeking self-starting, open-minded, and hard-working team members. About Urban Sky: Urban Sky is a venture-backed aerospace startup that pioneers utilization of the stratosphere and reimagines the way humans view and analyze the earth. We design, build, operate, and sell stratospheric balloon systems, and the data we collect supports a wide range of applications, from real-time wildfire monitoring to urban mapping. Our technology is also employed by government customers including the Department of Defense (DoD), NASA, and others. Urban Sky sends flight vehicles to the stratosphere on a weekly basis. Our team consists of engineers, makers, developers, and doers who believe in the power of human potential when passion meets utility within a small, supportive team. At Urban Sky we strive to create a team culture grounded in candor, inclusion, respect and empowerment. We aim to build the next chapter of stratospheric history in Denver and are seeking self-starting, open-minded, and hard-working team members. About The Role: Urban Sky is seeking a Director of Marketing & Communications to join our team in Denver, CO. In this role, you will lead and execute the company’s marketing and communications strategy, serving as a one-person team responsible for both strategic vision and hands-on tactical implementation. You will play a critical part in building Urban Sky’s brand, driving lead generation, and communicating our mission to diverse audiences, including commercial clients and government partners. Key Responsibilities: - Lead Marketing Strategy and Execution: Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy as a one-person team, balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution of marketing tactics. - Create Marketing Materials: Write compelling copy, design visuals, and produce marketing collateral for the company, including product marketing materials tailored to stratospheric balloon systems and data services. - Develop Messaging Campaigns: Craft targeted messaging campaigns to engage end-users, highlighting Urban Sky’s unique value in applications like wildfire monitoring and urban mapping. - Drive Digital Campaigns: Design and manage digital marketing campaigns to generate leads, utilizing SEO, social media, and other channels to reach commercial and government audiences. - Lead Website Design and Messaging: Oversee the design, content, and messaging of Urban Sky’s front-facing website to ensure it reflects the brand and communicates value propositions effectively. - Manage Public Relations: Develop and execute PR strategies to support business goals, including media outreach and storytelling to elevate Urban Sky’s presence in aerospace and technology sectors. Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field. - 7+ years of experience in marketing and communications, with at least 3 years in a leadership or strategic role. - Proven ability to work independently, managing both high-level strategy and detailed tactical execution. - Strong skills in copywriting, graphic design, and digital marketing tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Google Analytics, or similar). - Experience developing and managing digital campaigns for lead generation. - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences, including technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment with a scrappy, hands-on mindset. Nice-to-Haves/Preferred Skills: - Experience in the aerospace, technology, or geospatial industries. - Familiarity with government contracting or working with DoD customers. - Knowledge of stratospheric or remote sensing technologies. - Experience managing PR campaigns or media relations in a B2B or technical sector. Requirements: - Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident - Must be located near Denver, CO or willing to relocate to Denver, CO - Our office is at 4800 Race St. In Denver, CO and this role is on-site Benefits: - Salary $130,000 - $165,000 per year - Stock Options - Medical, Vision and Dental - Unlimited Vacation Days - Cell Phone Bill Stipend Urban Sky is required to post this salary range per Colorado law. Your salary will be determined based on your abilities and experience. Colorado Pay Transparency $130,000—$165,000 USD NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes that they have the skills and the passion necessary to succeed here to apply for this role. This position may require the candidate to deal with commodities, software, technology, defense articles, and/or technical data which are subject to the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Additional information may be requested so as to determine whether export authorization is required from the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. If authorization is required, employment will be contingent upon the Company successfully obtaining such authorization from the relevant government agency. Urban Sky is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. ## About Urban Sky ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Urban Sky develops reusable Microballoon technology to provide routine, affordable access to the stratosphere for defense, commercial, and scientific applications. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series B, $30M raised in February 2025) - **Headquarters**: Denver, Colorado, USA - **Founded**: 2019 - **Founders**: Andrew Antonio (CEO) and Jared Leidich (CTO) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Stratospheric aerospace systems; defense and intelligence; commercial Earth observation and data services. - **Target customers**: U.S. Department of Defense and intelligence agencies (B2G), commercial enterprises needing high-resolution aerial imagery (B2B), and scientific research organizations (B2B/B2G). - **Mission statement**: Pioneering humanity's routine and easy access to the stratosphere and the value locked within it. ## Products & Services - **Microballoon Platform**: A reusable, precisely placeable stratospheric balloon that launches in under 5 minutes, reaches 75,000 feet, and stays aloft for days or months. Designed for persistent surveillance, communications relay, and atmospheric sensing at a fraction of satellite costs. - **Data Products**: Multi-axis pointing platform with RGB, VNIR, and LWIR sensor options. Real-time data downlink from 75,000 feet for infrastructure monitoring, agriculture, mapping, and climate research. - **Software**: Mission planning, flight control, and data processing software that turns raw sensor data into actionable intelligence. - **Systems**: Full end-to-end hardware and software systems for defense, commercial, and scientific missions, including tactical ISR and communications relay. ## Market Standing - **Total Funding**: ~$46M (includes $9.75M Series A in 2023, $30M Series B in February 2025, and earlier seed/pre-seed rounds) - **Annual Revenue**: ~$1.2M (estimated, as of latest data) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Altos Ventures (led Series B), Lavrock Ventures, New Legacy Group, Lerer Hippeau, Catapult Ventures, New Stack Ventures, TenOneTen Ventures. Also holds a $99M Air Force award and a $15M STRATFI contract with the U.S. Air Force. - **Growth Signals**: 500+ stratospheric flights completed; 61 employees (69.8% yearly headcount growth); 16 active job postings (up 166.7% year-over-year); expanding into defense and national security markets with dedicated VP; presence in Canada. ## Competitive Advantages - **Patented Microballoon technology**: 20+ patents protect the core reusable balloon platform, which is deployable in under 5 minutes and can operate for days/months at 40,000–75,000 feet. - **Cost and speed advantage**: Stratospheric balloons combine the persistence of satellites with the flexibility of aircraft at a fraction of the cost (see comparison table: Stratosphere = $$, Satellite = $$$$, Aircraft = $$$, Drone = $). - **First-mover in routine stratospheric access**: Urban Sky is described as "the most active zero-pressure stratospheric balloon company in the world," with a proven track record of over 500 flights. - **Full vertical integration**: Design, manufacturing, and operations all in-house at their Denver headquarters, giving them control over quality and innovation. ## Strategic Focus - **Scaling defense and intelligence business**: Recent $99M Air Force award and $15M STRATFI contract signal a major push into DoD and national security applications. Hiring a Director of Product for Stratospheric DoD Systems & Remote Sensing. - **Expanding commercial data services**: Offering high-resolution, real-time imagery for agriculture, infrastructure monitoring, and mapping at lower cost than satellites. - **Growing the team**: Aggressive hiring across engineering, manufacturing, flight operations, and leadership roles (VP of Engineering, Staff Software Engineer, etc.). - **International presence**: Expanding operations into Canada and potentially other markets. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Values include "Move Fast, Choose Action," "Be Safe, Take Calculated Risks," "Embrace Diversity of Thought," "Think Big, Be Ambitious," and "Stay Scrappy." Emphasis on speed, innovation, and making a positive impact. - **Work environment**: Denver-based headquarters with in-house engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams. Likely on-site/hybrid given the hardware and flight operations nature of the work. - **Growth opportunity**: Rapidly growing company (69.8% headcount growth YoY) with significant government contracts and funding, offering strong career progression. - **Impactful mission**: Directly contributing to unlocking the stratosphere for defense, climate monitoring, and scientific discovery—work that has tangible real-world impact. - **Engineering culture**: Technical roles dominate (44% of staff in technical departments). Emphasis on aerospace, embedded firmware, software, and manufacturing engineering. "Excellence is the standard, not the exception." ## Sources 1. [urbansky.com](https://urbansky.com/) 2. [urbansky.com/company/about/](https://urbansky.com/company/about/) 3. [urbansky.com/company/leadership/](https://urbansky.com/company/leadership/) 4. [urbansky.com/careers/](https://urbansky.com/careers/) 5. [linkedin.com/company/urban-sky-imaging](https://www.linkedin.com/company/urban-sky-imaging) ## Other roles at Urban Sky - [Director of Product: Stratospheric Defense Systems](https://feeny.ai/job/director-of-product-stratospheric-defense-systems-urban-sky-denver-50jbxrft3ca7) — Denver, CO