Director, Public Affairs
About The Position
SKDK is an award-winning strategic communications, public affairs, and advertising agency. With offices in Washington, D.C., New York, Boston, Albany, and Los Angeles, SKDK partners with Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, philanthropies, political candidates, and committees to solve complex challenges through integrated communications strategy, storytelling, content creation, crisis management, media placement, and digital innovation. Committed to building diverse and inclusive teams, SKDK delivers transformative results for its clients. Whether it’s helping in a crisis, developing a media plan, honing a persuasive message or building a coalition, our Public Affairs team brings unmatched expertise to navigating complex issues and shaping narratives. There is no company that better understands the intersection of press, politics, and policy. As a Director, you will be responsible for driving overall strategy and advising clients and account teams on new initiatives.
Requirements
- Five or more years of experience working on campaigns, in government, at a corporation or public relations agency.
- A strong track record of building media strategies, including placing a wide range of national print and broadcast stories in addition to drafting op-eds, press releases, media advisories, Q&A, talking points, statements as well as other communication documents.
- Ability to manage an effective and innovative thought leadership platform and strategic speaking plans for multiple senior executives and corporate leaders.
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategic integrated communications programs that deliver results.
- Experience leading a talented and dynamic team while cultivating a collaborative atmosphere.
- 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.
- A bachelor's degree with a preference in public relations, communications, political science, or public policy.
Responsibilities
- Leading small client teams and managing junior staff's work with input from team leads.
- Tracking client deliverables and timelines.
- Maintaining regular client communication, including reporting.
- Anticipating and delivering on client needs.
- Securing and managing coverage in local and national print and broadcast outlets.
- Developing and maintaining booker, producer, and reporter relationships.
- Building robust media strategies.
- Leading the development of strategic communications plans and supplemental project plans.
- Serving as a thought leader with team leads to meet client goals.
- Supporting the development of new business proposals and ideas.
Benefits
- 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
- Professional development and career guidance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Participation in Employee Resource Groups
- A collegial and supportive office environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
