Director, Energy Communications & Client Growth

INK Communications Co.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Generous holidays

Early Friday close 2 pm

Top-notch medical, dental, vision, and

Life insurance (INK pays 75%)

401(k) with 3% match

Twelve weeks parental leave

Wellness stipend $150/quarter

Remote work opportunities

Job summary

INK Communications Co. is seeking a Director of Communications who will own accounts and implement strategic, integrated programs that deliver impact. The role drives planning and day-to-day management for multiple clients.

You will collaborate with team leads across integrated strategies, manage 4-6 clients, grow relationships, and mentor staff, all while applying INK's Be There Before methodology. Hybrid from Austin or Denver with remote options supports flexible work.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of full-time communications experience, agency setting preferred.
• Experience in B2B tech and/or renewable energy.
• Strong client relations and clear writing/communication.
• Excellent writing and pitching skills with media relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple client responsibilities.
• Experience coaching and mentoring talent.
• Ability to learn complex technical topics.
• Hybrid from Austin or Denver with remote options.
• Flexible PTO, generous holidays, early Friday close.
• Competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k).
• Twelve weeks paid parental leave; wellness stipend; strong culture.

Responsibilities

• Drives the planning and day-to-day management of effective programs for multiple clients.
• Works with other communications team leads and cross-functional teams on strategies.
• Manages 4-6 clients depending on complexity and size.
• Leads and grows client relationships across accounts.
• Applies INK Be There Before methodology in practice.
• Embody INK values and culture; coach and mentor staff.
• Maintains revenue-under-management and participates in business development.
• Supports CS and GLT teams and reports to VP-level executives.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Client relationships

Written communication

Pitching skills

Project management

Mentoring/leadership

Strategic planning

Industry knowledge (B2B tech)

Remote collaboration

Cross-functional teamwork

Job description

INK Communications Co. is seeking a Director of Communications who will own accounts and implement strategic, integrated programs that deliver impact. The role drives planning and day-to-day management for multiple clients.

You will collaborate with team leads across integrated strategies, manage 4-6 clients, grow relationships, and mentor staff, all while applying INK's Be There Before methodology. Hybrid from Austin or Denver with remote options supports flexible work.