Senior Director, Brand Reputation

Day One Agency•New York, NY

3d•$130,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Looking for something fresh? Day One Agency is hiring. Day One is a creative agency committed to bringing fresh thinking to our work. Every. Single. Day. For us, every day is day one, a new opportunity to start from the beginning, find a new angle, and let our creativity and curiosity lead us to earn the unexpected. We’ve built a reputation as a creative partner tuned for navigating culture today; helping brands build legacy through relevance. We’re looking to expand our team with a new Senior Director, Brand Reputation. You’ll become part of an award winning collective of cultural insiders and industry outsiders, all of whom are storytellers at heart. Below you’ll find some specifics about the role. At Day One, the job description is truly just the start. Our best team members are enthusiasts who opt-in and bring something to the party. Ready to join a team that claimed a spot on 2024 & 2025 Fast Companies Most Innovative list, an Ad-Age Top Ten in 2024 + Agency to Watch 2025, Campaign Agency of Year 2025 and PR Week Midsize agency 3 years in row (2023, 2024 and 2025)? Keep reading. This position is full-time, requires a hybrid work schedule, and is only available in NYC.

Requirements

8+ years of experience
Bachelor's Degree
Prior PR agency experience; integrated communications strategy; specialization in thought leadership; strong writing and narrative development skills; expertise in executive comms (owned and earned)
Experience leading and mentoring a diverse team
Strong media relations skills and contacts
Collaborate, multi-task and work efficiently with precise attention to detail
Deliver an impactful and compelling presentation
Possess a passion for storytelling and excitement to collaborate in a fast-paced team environment
Be extremely self-motivated, organized and reliable
Exhibit an entrepreneurial spirit and enjoy building a team from the ground up and creating new systems, policies and company culture

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic advisor to senior-level clients, aligning communications initiatives with broader business objectives
Develop differentiated corporate narratives and executive platforms that drive visibility and credibility
Lead end-to-end earned media strategy, from story development and pitching through media engagement and amplification
Counsel and prepare C-suite executives for high-visibility moments, including media interviews and major announcements
Navigate high-stakes financial communications, including earnings, M&A, and IPO-related messaging for investors, analysts, and business media
Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate, business, broadcast, and tech media
Shape messaging and communications plans tailored to each client’s category, competitive landscape, and growth priorities
Provide clear strategic POVs informed by trends shaping the future of news, media, and executive visibility
Lead account operations, including team oversight, budget management, and third-party vendor coordination
Mentor and develop agency talent, fostering high standards of performance and collaboration
Contribute to new business strategy and presentations, helping expand the agency’s executive communications portfolio
Develop high-quality strategic plans, decks, and written materials for both client and agency initiatives
Drive innovation within the practice, bringing fresh ideas and forward-looking approaches to corporate storytelling