Director, Media Relations

Travelers • Hartford, CT

388d • $111,600 - $184,200

About The Position

The Media Relations Director at Travelers is responsible for leading external communications strategies that promote the company and protect its reputation. This role involves developing and executing proactive public relations plans, managing media relations professionals, and collaborating with business leaders to achieve defined business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, PR, communications or writing.
• Seven years of related communications experience.
• Two years of people-management experience.
• Proven writing and strong editing skills with attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of contemporary communications techniques and media relations methods.
• Thorough understanding of business strategies.
• Ability to build productive working relationships across functional areas.
• Advanced project management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a corporate communications environment.
• Knowledge of digital media strategies.
• Familiarity with crisis communications.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit and proofread communications for media relations projects.
• Oversee media relations projects and provide feedback to team members.
• Partner with stakeholders to establish objectives and coordinate content development.
• Counsel leadership on media relations approaches and develop creative campaigns.
• Manage multiple requests in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Ensure a comprehensive and integrated approach to communications delivery.
• Identify target external audiences and interact with reporters from various media outlets.
• Guide others in media relations best practices and brand guidelines.
• Measure and analyze the effectiveness of media relations placements.

Benefits

• Health Insurance coverage from the first day of employment.
• 401(k) matching contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of eligible pay.
• Pension Plan fully funded by Travelers.
• Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually plus nine paid company Holidays.
• Access to a wellness program with tools and resources for health goals.
• Volunteer encouragement with a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree