Senior Director, Public Affairs

PLUS Communications
Any Location, VA
Job Description
PLUS Communications is a full-service communications firm looking for a Senior Director to develop and execute media relations and communications efforts for public affairs accounts. The ideal candidate has 8-10 years of experience in public affairs or media relations, with a knack for writing and editing materials, and a strong understanding of AP Style.

Requirements

  • Crafting narratives by distilling complex policy and regulatory information into tangible messaging for a variety of audiences
  • Drafting media and messaging materials (such as press releases, talking points, media statements, opinion pieces, fact sheets)
  • Developing media strategies and pitching reporters across print, broadcast and online mediums
  • Coordinating media outreach and cultivating relationships with reporters
  • Managing grassroots field teams for coalition building and local earned media efforts
  • Developing presentations, collateral materials, strategic plans and other reports
  • Tracking and monitoring campaign deliverables and serving as a project manager for key accounts
  • Serving as a liaison between PLUS’ internal team, the client, other agency partners and external vendors

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with an opportunity for a year-end bonus
  • Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave program
  • Paid vacation and paid sick leave
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