Director, Public Affairs

As a Director, you will be responsible for driving overall strategy and advising clients and account teams on new initiatives. You will lead small client teams, manage junior staff's work, and maintain regular client communication.

What You Will Do

Your responsibilities will include leading media strategies, developing and maintaining booker, producer, and reporter relationships, and building robust media strategies. You will also serve as a thought leader with team leads to meet client goals and support the development of new business proposals and ideas.

Why It Might Be a Fit

A successful candidate will have a strong track record of building media strategies, experience managing an effective and innovative thought leadership platform, and proven ability to develop and execute strategic integrated communications programs.

Requirements

• Five or more years of experience working on campaigns, in government, at a corporation or public relations agency
• Strong track record of building media strategies
• Ability to manage an effective and innovative thought leadership platform
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic integrated communications programs
• Experience leading a talented and dynamic team
• Excellent writing skills and experience crafting a variety of communications materials
• Strong strategic instincts and ability to develop and execute communications and strategic plans
• Conceptual thinker with excellent organizational and prioritization skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines in tandem
• Bachelor's degree with a preference in public relations, communications, political science, or public policy

Benefits

• Base salary $80,000-$105,000
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Commission on new business
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums
• Paid parental leave
• Time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time
• 401(k) with an employer contribution
• Cell phone stipend
• Public transportation benefits