Senior Vice President, 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. The Senior Vice President works with a wide range of clients, including corporate, philanthropic, nonprofit and issue advocacy, and supports the work of the firm to create deliverables that are creative, strong, and help meet clients' goals.
Requirements
- 12+ years of relevant experience in writing, research, and media-intensive positions such as political campaigns, in media, government, agency, or similar organizations.
- A commitment to creating an inclusive workplace, working collaboratively and with consideration for others.
- Deep experience placing national print and broadcast stories and booking principals on television.
- Strong writing and research skills with thorough knowledge of AP Style.
- A working knowledge of social media strategies for communications campaigns.
- Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- The ability to effectively manage multiple projects and handle competing deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Fully managing clients and client teams, including independently delivering strategic advice and expanding relationships with existing clients.
- Serving as chief strategist for all client teams.
- Maintaining and nurturing high-level press and third-party external contacts.
- Providing fiscal stewardship of firm resources and client budgets.
- Providing mentorship and leadership to SKDK staff.
Benefits
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Commission on new business
- 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
- Reimbursement for cellular service
- 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
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
