Jessica Voelker

About Jessica Voelker

From my first job researching and developing documentaries at National Geographic to my current role decoding the trends reshaping work at Microsoft, I\'ve always focused on translating complex topics into compelling, convincing narratives. Throughout my career, this work has given me the opportunity to build, scale, and lead—from blogs and brand voices to executive platforms and high-performing, highly creative teams. I\'m passionate about creating innovative content that bridges business objectives with editorial excellence. And as AI reshapes how we work and live, I\'m interested in how best to put it work for people in responsible and empowering ways.

Experience

1. Director Marketing Communications, Ai Business Solutions Editor in Chief, Worklab

   Microsoft

   Mar 2023 — Present · Redmond, WA, US

   I lead Microsoft’s Future of Work thought leadership editorial team—shaping how leaders and organizations understand the impact of AI and technology on work, culture, and leadership.As Editor in Chief of Microsoft WorkLab, I set the editorial vision for Microsoft’s flagship Future of Work platform, spanning a digital publication, podcast, and monthly newsletter. I oversee the end‑to‑end content engine—integrating original Microsoft research, executive perspectives, and cultural insights into timely, credible narratives that influence how the world talks about work.I lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of full‑time marketers, editors, and writers, working in close partnership with world‑class creative agencies and contract talent. Together, we operate as an agile newsroom—developing a multichannel content model that delivers consistent, high‑impact thought leadership across earned, owned, and emerging formats.In this role, I: Define Microsoft’s Future of Work narrative and editorial strategy across Modern Work and AI Business Solutions Translate complex AI and work research into accessible, authoritative storytelling for global audiences Partner with senior leaders and researchers to elevate executive visibility and POVBuild and scale durable editorial systems that balance speed, rigor, and long‑term relevancePartner with internal teams and agency partners to continuously raise the bar on storytelling and audience impactSkills: Executive Communications · Editorial Strategy · Thought Leadership · Narrative Development · AI & Future of Work · Creative Direction

Education

• Middlebury College

  B.A, English

• The George Washington University

  M.A, Media and Public Affairs