Director, Integrated Communications

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day client workstreams, serving as the primary point of contact for assigned projects and driving the team to ensure timely execution of program elements
• Develop and execute integrated communications programs (e.g. including media relations/earned media, event management, talent/paid and earned influencer partnerships, brand collaborations, data-based storytelling, and social/PR content production oversight) in partnership with cross-functional teams
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, the competitive landscape, and confidently provide strategic point-of-views to the client
• Understands how to conceive and execute successful, social-first programs that drive earned
• Be proactive, anticipate client needs and keep multiple activities moving
• Present strategic recommendations and ongoing updates / counsel to key internal and external stakeholders, building strong client relationships and trust
• Cultivate and foster relationships with key traditional and new media contacts in the consumer lifestyle space
• Identify and tap into cultural and lifestyle trends to uncover proactive storytelling opportunities and fuel earned-first creative concepts
• Develop high-quality written materials, showcasing strong writing and storytelling skills
• Oversee junior team members' work on assigned accounts, providing guidance and mentorship to support their professional development and to ensure high-quality work output for clients
• Willing and able to fuel and implement fresh thinking, push boundaries, and experiment - always looking for the “new” factor for our clients
• Participate in new business pitch development and/or presentations

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in consumer PR and communications (working on integrated communications/marketing programs required)
• Experience working on large brands within the consumer category (luxury, lifestyle, travel, sports and entertainment, is a plus)
• Prior experience in PR, integrated consumer communications campaigns, brand partnerships, and large-scale event activations
• Creative storytelling skills coupled with a deep understanding on how to package a modern earned story that fits how we consume information today
• Deep understanding of developing traditional and new media strategies and strong media relationships
• Ability to manage multiple short- and long-term programs and deliverables simultaneously
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Experience engaging mid- to senior-level clients
• Experience mentoring junior team members
• Entrepreneurial mindset and can move quickly and thoughtfully across different workstreams
• Bachelor's Degree
• Relentless curiosity is a must -- we’re always looking for what’s new, next and never been done before and are open to experimentation and pushing the boundaries.

Compensation + Benefits

• Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
• Summer Fridays
• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• New Business Referral Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus