Director, Executive Communications

Consumer Technology Association•Arlington, VA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Executive Communications is a senior, executive-facing role on CTA’s Marketing & Communications team. The position develops and executes a comprehensive thought leadership strategy for CTA’s top leaders, including the President and CEO and other senior executives. The role oversees executive speaking and editorial programs, social media, media and podcast interviews, organizational recognition and awards, and book authorship. It requires exceptional writing, operational discipline, project management, and organizational skills to manage competing priorities and deadlines while adapting writing styles and voices across the organization. The position is based in Arlington, Virginia, with a hybrid schedule requiring three days per week in the office, and involves travel to Las Vegas for CES and other travel as needed. It reports to the Vice President of Marketing & Communications and manages one direct report.

Requirements

At least 10 years of progressive experience in communications or public relations, focused on executive-level support, with event and project management experience.
Experience requiring high operational rigor, such as work on Capitol Hill, in a trade association, event or public affairs firm, or corporate setting.
Demonstrated project management expertise.
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to work across multiple voices and styles.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Strong understanding of communications strategies and tactics.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under pressure.
Ability to proactively develop and maintain strong relationships in a remote-work-heavy environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites.
Proficiency in online applications, public engagement tools, and project management tools.
Ability to travel to Las Vegas for CES and additional travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s or advanced degree in communications, English/writing, political science, or a related field, or commensurate experience; the degree is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated success staffing and managing a principal or client.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the executive thought leadership program and associated strategies.
Manage internal and external resources, including junior staff and contractors, to ensure projects are delivered accurately and on time.
Secure and support speaking opportunities aligned with CTA and CES priorities.
Develop thought leadership content for CES, including keynotes, speeches, editorial content, and CTA content promotion.
Produce and manage executive communications, including addresses, newsletters, emails to CTA staff, members and stakeholders, and social media content.
Manage communications projects as assigned, such as CTA/CES programming, panel development, and CTA book production and promotion.
Identify and secure recognition opportunities for the President and CEO and other select CTA executives.
Support the President and CEO and other executives at public events, including media interviews and speaking opportunities.
Drive initiatives to engage non-traditional media around CES and other priority CTA events.
Perform other duties as required by business needs.