Director, External Communications, Global Marketing

ZN001 Zeno US; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition assistance

Mental health support

Generous vacation and paid holidays

Job summary

ZN001 Zeno US is seeking a Director of External Communications to elevate the agency’s voice through compelling narratives and strategic media relations. The successful candidate will partner with executive leadership to manage high-profile communications and enhance the agency’s visibility within industry media.

The position requires a minimum of 6 years in communications or media sectors, with a solid track record in storytelling and media coverage. Comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and wellness programs, are offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in earned media or corporate communications.
• Strong relationships with industry media and proven coverage track record.
• Exceptional storytelling skills and ability to work with senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop executive narratives and media strategies.
• Lead content creation for high-profile communications.
• Advise executives on media engagement and messaging.

Skills

Earned media experience

Corporate communications

Exceptional writing skills

Media relations

Strategic narrative building

Job description

Director, External Communications, Global Marketing

As Director of External Communications on Zeno’s Global Marketing team, you will shape and elevate the agency’s voice by developing executive thought leadership, securing earned media, and managing high‑profile communications that showcase Zeno’s expertise across business, marketing, communications, and industry media.

Responsibilities

• Executive Storytelling & Thought Leadership: Partner with Zeno’s executive leadership to create compelling narratives, executive platforms, and industry stories that elevate the agency’s reputation.
• Earned Media Strategy & Media Relations: Develop proactive media plans, build relationships with key business, marketing, and trade reporters, and secure coverage that increases Zeno’s visibility.
• Executive Writing & Content Development: Lead the creation of executive bylines, POVs, LinkedIn posts, blog entries, award submissions, and media materials with strong editorial focus.
• Strategic Counsel: Advise executives and stakeholders on media engagement, messaging, inquiries, and reputation positioning.
• Editorial Oversight: Refine executive content, thought pieces, award entries, and high‑profile communications to ensure strategic alignment, messaging excellence, and quality.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in earned media, corporate communications, executive communications, or journalism within an agency, media organization, or fast‑paced corporate setting.
• Proven track record of securing high‑impact earned coverage across business, marketing, communications, and industry trade media.
• Strong relationships with industry, national business, and top‑tier media.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills across multiple formats and audiences.
• Experience working directly with senior executives and C‑suite leaders, building trust and shaping strategic narratives.
• Ability to spot emerging trends and translate them into timely media opportunities and thought leadership.
• Understanding of communications, marketing, and business trends, with the capacity to transform insights into compelling stories.
• Skillful management of multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment with meticulous attention to detail.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and solutions‑oriented mindset with strong organizational and project‑management abilities.

Pay Range: $100,000–$120,000USD/yr (based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other factors). Additional compensation may include annual bonuses, paid time off, and region‑specific benefits.

Benefits

Employees receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; short‑ and long‑term disability; a 401(k) plan with matched contributions; flexible spending accounts; tuition assistance; life insurance; and mental‑health support through a subscription to Headspace and an employee assistance program. Generous vacation, paid holidays, and self‑care time are provided. The ZenoFit program offers a monthly allowance for personal wellness activities.

Zeno Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees. Decisions are made on job‑related criteria without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, military, or veteran status. This statement is in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations.