Director, External Communications

Ball Aerospace; Westminster (CO); Hybrid; USD 145,700 - 213,020; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Director of External Communications, where you will play a crucial role in shaping the narrative of a global leader in sustainable aluminum packaging. This dynamic position involves developing and leading strategies for corporate communications, enhancing brand awareness, and advocating for aluminum's benefits. You will collaborate with senior leaders, manage external communications teams, and engage with media to build trust and advocacy for the brand. If you are a strategic thinker with exceptional writing skills and a passion for impactful storytelling, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference in a vibrant and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field required.
• 15+ years of experience in communications or public relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead external corporate communications strategy and execution.
• Manage corporate citizenship program and external communications team.
• Develop messaging to educate media and stakeholders about the brand.

Skills

Exceptional writing skills

Conceptual thinking

Creative solutions

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Analytic skills

Strategic planning skills

Knowledge of corporate communications

Branding and positioning

Public relations

Digital and social media

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications

15 years' experience in communications

Job description

Director, External Communications

Company: Ball Corporation

Location: Westminster, CO, US, 80021

Date: Apr 9, 2025

Job Category: Corporate Affairs/ Communications

Req. ID: 42492

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

Further your career at Ball, a world leader in manufacturing sustainable aluminum packaging.

Primary purpose of the position:
Position responsible for strengthening Ball’s reputation and advancing the company’s business priorities through shaping and sharing the company’s story externally and through positioning Ball as a thought and industry leader. Leads effort to build awareness and advocacy for aluminum and Ball, building affinity for the brand so people want to work with and for Ball, and educating key external stakeholders on aluminum to impact their purchasing and recycling perspectives, policies, and behaviors. Highly visible position serves as spokesperson externally when needed and regularly interfaces with the company’s senior leaders. Responsible for the strategic oversight and management of the company’s external communications programs and agency partners. Directly partners with the VP, Communications & Corp Affairs, to inform, engage and inspire external audiences, building trust and advocacy for Ball Corporation. Leads company’s corporate citizenship program and management of the corporate Ball Foundation.

Essential Responsible Areas:

• Develops and leads the overall strategy for external corporate communications—including earned, owned, and paid media—using data-driven strategies, best practices, and innovative thinking to deliver results.
• Leads the corporate brand positioning, visual and verbal identity, and activation work which unifies the company’s businesses and brings Ball to life in an impactful way.
• Leads strategy and execution for key work streams within the Kroenke Sports & Entertainment partnership.
• Directs external communications team and development of messaging platform to educate media, industry, analysts, influencers and communities about Ball’s brand, vision and values, businesses, sustainability, and corporate giving.
• Positions key Ball executives as thought leaders and trains/supports them as they advocate for Ball and aluminum.
• Serves as the external company crisis communications contact, helping as needed with crisis planning.
• Builds and strengthens relationships with key media.
• Directs corporate social/digital strategy, responsible for the company website, social channels and other externally facing owned content.
• Leads development and distribution of company’s annual “Combined Report” that details financial and sustainability progress.
• Leads proactive public relations, including innovating new ways to engage in customer storytelling.
• Works closely with the Investor Relations team on financial communications.
• Oversees corporate citizenship team to strengthen Ball’s global community impact and engagement.
• Manages corporate Foundation to ensure its sustainability, impact, and alignment with Ball’s business objectives.
• Aligns/coordinates with all Ball business/regional external communications teams.
• Manages budgets, agencies, and suppliers to ensure the most cost-effective resource allocation.
• Builds and mentors a high-performing team focused on excellence in global corporate communications.
• Develops and fosters relationships company-wide.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or related field
• Minimum of 15 years' experience doing communications, public relations, journalism, or related field

Skills & Knowledge:

• Exceptional writing skills with ability to distill information into concise, relevant, and impactful messages.
• Conceptual thinker and storyteller who thrives on creative solutions.
• Extremely solid business sense, able to quickly understand company vision and strategy.
• Ability to navigate and leverage the latest media and communications tools.
• High-quality interpersonal skills and strong leadership, analytic and strategic planning skills.
• Knowledge of corporate communications, branding/positioning, public relations, and digital/social media.

Hybrid On-Site Work Environment: Based in Colorado, this position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site for four (4) or more days per work week.

Hiring Salary Range: $145,700 - $213,020 (Salary to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.)

Ball Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

When you join Ball you belong to a team of over 16,000 members worldwide. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminum cans, cups to aerosol bottles that enable our customers to contribute to a better world.

Each of us has a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion which is the foundation of our culture of belonging.