Director, Communications

Collective Arts; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative brewing company in Hamilton seeks a Director of Communications to lead their narrative strategy across all platforms. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in communications roles, with proven success in multi-channel strategies and exceptional storytelling skills. You will manage a team and ensure brand consistency, while also navigating crisis communications. This position requires on-site work in Hamilton every Tuesday and Thursday.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in communications leadership roles within consumer brands or agencies.
• Proven success in multi-channel communications strategies.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute a holistic communications strategy.
• Oversee content planning and storytelling across platforms.
• Manage media relations and internal communications.

Skills

Communications leadership

Strategic planning

Storytelling

Writing and editing

Crisis communications

Social media expertise

Job description

We are looking for a communications leader and master storyteller to shape and amplify the Collective Arts voice across every channel. Reporting directly to our VP, Brand & Strategy, the Director, Communications will oversee our narrative strategy by driving how we show up culturally, creatively, and consistently across internal and external platforms.

This role requires a strategic, creative thinker who brings exceptional writing, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of modern communications. You’ll be the lead on everything from major brand campaigns and PR moments to daily storytelling. In this role you will ensure Collective Arts’ brand ethos remains authentic, relevant, and creative.

This role will require you to be on site at our offices in Hamilton Ontario every Tuesday and Thursday.

A Typical Day As Director, Communications Includes

• Building and executing a holistic communications strategy spanning social media, PR, influencer relations, and internal communications.
• Overseeing content planning, publishing, and storytelling across many platforms including but not limited to Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn and other social media.
• Working with the VP, Brand and Strategy to manage media relations by drafting press releases, pitching stories, developing talking points, and responding to media inquiries.
• Leading internal communications and working with Human Resources to craft timely internal updates, ensure transparency, and aligning internal teams with business priorities.
• Working directly with the Design/Content, Spaces, Brand, and E-Commerce teams to ensure messaging consistency across all touchpoints.
• Guiding strategic partnerships, public relations initiatives, and major campaign launches from concept through execution.
• Managing the current communications team consisting of Communications Coordinator, interns, and external creators.
• Overseeing influencer partnerships and content creators to ensure storytelling remains fresh, authentic, and aligned with the Collective Arts brand.
• Reviewing analytics, reporting on campaign performance, and optimizing future communications based on insights.
• There may be needs to work a few evening and weekends attending events and brand activations.

How Your Time Will Be Organized

Communications Strategy & Planning (35%)

• Developing and evolving the overarching communications roadmap, brand voice guidance, and narrative approach across all channels.

Content, Social and Public Relations Oversight (35%)

• Managing daily communications execution, content calendars, media outreach, and influencer relations.

Internal Communications & Cross-Functional Alignment (15%)

• Leading company-wide communications, crisis responses, and partnerships with Marketing, Design, Sales, and Senior Leadership Team.

Team Management (15%)

• Managing current communications staff through day-to-day tasks, setting their goals, mentoring the team and supporting professional development.

We’re Looking For Candidates Who

• 8+ years of experience in communications leadership roles within consumer brands or agencies.
• Proven success developing and executing multi-channel communications strategies (PR, social, internal comms, influencer partnerships).
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a strong understanding of cultural trends.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and fast-moving deadlines.
• Experience navigating crisis communications and protecting brand reputation.
• A collaborative leadership style grounded in clarity, creativity, and accountability.
• Strong understanding of social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, YouTube) and emerging digital trends.
• Experience managing and mentoring a communications team or agency partners.
• A proactive problem-solver with strong attention to detail and a passion for brand-building.

Collective Arts is a grassroots brewery founded on creativity and community. We fuse the creativity of craft beverages with the inspired talents of emerging artists and musicians from around the world. As Collective Arts grows, so do the roles and responsibilities of our team members. We look for all new hires to match our culture of creativity, flexibility and motivation. When we hire you at Collective Arts Brewing, we hire for the future. With unlimited career opportunities, Collective Arts invests in ensuring our teams are always challenged, constantly learning from each other, and are creatively contributing to our next big idea. So, if you are energized by the idea of making a real difference as part of a winning team, we want to hear from you.

We are an equal‑opportunity, affirmative action employer. We value and welcome diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel like they belong. We will provide accommodations to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process. Please contact us at the below email should you require any accommodation to participate in the process.

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