Job Requisition ID #

　　23WD74260

　　*Position Overview *

　　At Autodesk’s Worldwide Marketing organization, we seek an extraordinary leader to shape the future of Autodesk’s community of customers, partners, and employees.  The Senior Director of the Autodesk Community will play a crucial role in actualizing the potential of the global Autodesk ecosystem by building and nurturing a vibrant and engaged community. You will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to enhance customer loyalty, advocacy and success while driving user adoption, and establishing a culture that honors skillful contribution, imaginative solutions, and compassionate interaction.

　　Reporting into the Vice President, Industry & Portfolio Marketing, the Senior Director of the Autodesk Community will be a strategic leader, responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive vision for Autodesk’s global community. You will lead impactful programs, and foster deep connections that will fuel innovation and accelerate the adoption of Autodesk’s technology. You will oversee a dynamics team of community professionals who design, build, and operate programs that empower millions of customers, partners, and employees to learn, connect, and grow with Autodesk.

　　Autodesk is a leading software company specializing in providing design and engineering solutions to professionals in various industries. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, Autodesk empowers its customers to create, visualize, and simulate their ideas to drive better outcomes. 

　　Responsibilities  

　　Community Strategy:  Develop and implement a comprehensive community strategy aligned with Autodesk's business objectives. This includes defining goals, KPIs, and success metrics to measure the impact of community initiatives

　　Programs: Create impactful and inclusive programs and experiences that drive customer loyalty, advocacy, and success

　　Key Stakeholder Engagement: Develop relationships with Autodesk Executive sponsors and cross functional partners to understand their vision of community and how community supports current and emerging business strategies over time

　　Community Engagement: Foster a sense of community and collaboration among users. Drive active participation and engagement within the Autodesk community by creating compelling content, organizing events, and facilitating discussions

　　User Support:  Oversee the development and implementation of effective user support programs and resources. Ensure timely and accurate responses to user inquiries, troubleshooting, and issue resolution

　　Advocacy and Evangelism : Identify and nurture community advocates and influencers who can promote Autodesk products and services. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to leverage user-generated content and testimonials

　　Product Feedback:  Act as a liaison between the community and product development teams, gathering user feedback, insights, and feature requests. Advocate for community-driven product improvements and enhancements

　　Community Growth:  Develop strategies to attract all current and new users to the Autodesk community. Expand community programs to engage senior leaders and executives. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to drive user acquisition and retention initiatives 

　　Metrics and Reporting:  Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of community initiatives, including shared KPIs with all internal community partners. Provide regular reports and insights to senior leadership on community engagement, user satisfaction, and business outcomes 

　　Minimum Qualifications  

　　Experience:   You have a minimum of 12+ years of experience driving user engagement in online communities of 5000+ members. Previous experience in the software industry or technology sector is highly desirable. Experience in marketing is preferred

　　Leadership Skills:  You have a proven track record of building, leading and managing high-performing teams. Theteamculture you have created inspires and motivates your team members to proactively create solutions, “dream big” about future programs, and achieve common goals * *

　　Strategic Thinking:  You have the ability to develop and execute community strategies aligned with business objectives with experience in setting goals, defining metrics, and measuring success

　　User-Centric Approach:  You have a deep understanding of user needs, preferences, and behaviors. Your ability to empathize with users and advocate for their interests within the organization 

　　Executive Presence and Communication Skills:  Your written and verbal communication skills are excellent, with anability to articulate complex ideas and concepts in a clear and concise manner. You also have the ability to tailor content and communication style to any audience within the organization. Experience in public speaking and presenting to diverse audiences is a plus

　　Facilitation: You have guided diverse groups in exploring creative possibilities and synthesized output into an actionable state * *

　　Collaboration: You have strong relationship building skills and can collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, product development, and customer support

　　Analytical Skills:  You are proficient in data analysis and interpretation and have an ability to derive actionable insights from community metrics and user feedback

　　Passion for Community:  You have a genuine passion for building and nurturing online communities. You are familiar with community management best practices, trends, and emerging technologies 

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　　About Autodesk

　　Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

　　We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.

　　When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

　　Benefits

　　From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/

　　Salary transparency

　　Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $163,900 and $265,100. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

　　Equal Employment Opportunity

　　At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

　　Diversity & Belonging

　　We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging

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　　Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

　　We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.

　　When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

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