Executive Vice President, Impact

Brightmode•New York, NY

9h•$200,000 - $240,000•Hybrid

About The Position

BerlinRosen is seeking an Executive Vice President to lead our work advancing our clients’ goals across a range of issues—from healthcare, democracy and the economy to immigration, gender and racial equity—through high-impact, creative, targeted integrated strategic communications campaigns.

Requirements

Has 10+ years of relevant work experience in campaign politics, strategic communications, media relations, digital strategy, advocacy, journalism or a related field
Highest level of experience developing successful integrated communications strategies to achieve organizational goals
A track record of business development, sales, client development and/or a deep network to leverage for business development and partnerships
Deep experience managing a team of communications strategists to develop and execute initiatives and a track record of fostering positive relationships with direct reports and promoting positive team morale
Extensive team management experience, and a commitment to staff development, professional growth and mobility and building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive team
Experience and deep understanding with the agency business model(s), including strong client management experience and general business acumen; experience at a communications agency is a plus
Extensive and up-to-date technical knowledge of the full range of digital marketing and communications services
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and effectively to internal and external audiences
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
Has a personal commitment to and knowledge of social justice and a passion for advancing social change

Responsibilities

Partner with the Managing Director to drive business growth of the practice and the firm as a whole
Bring in substantial new business
Ensure the team is organized, aligned and motivated to achieve revenue, profitability and efficiency goals
Provide the highest level of client service and excellence in communications strategy
Serve as a senior leader in the practice and the firm as a whole, increasing the agency’s strategic communications and digital fluency and capabilities
Drive an integrated communications approach for clients across owned, earned, paid media and other channels and drive overall cross-functional collaboration inside the team and across the firm
Practice and ensure excellent team management, positive morale and strong team culture, with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Understand capabilities and skill sets of team members, foster and manage opportunities for professional growth and identify needs for additional firm or practice-wide trainings
Evaluate and stay on top of industry trends and leverage audience-first channel strategies
Measure ROI for advocacy projects or clients, streamlining approaches as needed to ensure we are investing in the appropriate tools and resources
Work with peers to identify opportunities for firm thought leadership (i.e., speaking on panels, writing blogs, attending conferences)