Vice President, Higher Ed
About The Position
BerlinRosen is seeking an experienced strategic communicator to join its growing Higher Education team. The Vice President will lead communications strategy for multiple high-profile higher education clients and oversee integrated campaigns using public affairs, media and digital tactics. The role includes developing client relationships, supporting new business, and leading and mentoring staff. The team works with colleges, universities and academic institutions on paid, earned, social, content and crisis communications. The role is available on a hybrid basis in New York City or Washington, D.C.; candidates in other Orchestra office locations and remote candidates will also be considered.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of relevant communications experience, in a PR agency or in-house at a higher education institution, company, nonprofit, media organization or journalism role.
- Strong news sense, knowledge of the media, and experience engaging and maintaining relationships with key reporters covering major issues.
- Experience engaging with media on both rapid-response and long-lead stories.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, work quickly, meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and pay close attention to detail.
- Experience motivating, leading and mentoring a diverse team to meet objectives.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic conversations and advance communications strategy for multiple high-profile client accounts.
- Develop and oversee integrated campaigns that use public affairs, media and digital tactics to reach audiences and achieve client goals.
- Directly manage and mentor staff, and provide strategic direction and feedback on their development and client work.
- Draft high-level materials, including strategy decks, communications plans, messaging and op-eds.
- Collaborate with the management team to develop and inspire strategists to be innovative and creative.
- Help the practice win new business and expand client relationships by leveraging existing networks and identifying new opportunities.
- Manage, prepare and staff high-touch principals or organizational leaders.
Benefits
- Vice Presidents are eligible for end-of-year bonuses based on firm, team and individual performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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