Director of Communications & Media Strategy (Hybrid)

AAJA26; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WETA, based in Arlington, VA, seeks a Director of Communications to manage day-to-day communications for PBS News and its programming portfolio. The role includes coordinating talent events with Development, handling press materials, and overseeing award submissions.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10 years in public relations or journalism spaces, a BA/BS, and strong writing with AP style familiarity. The position is onsite or hybrid, with the Arlington, VA office at the center of activities.

Qualifications

• Seven to ten years of experience in public relations or journalism/political spaces.
• BA/BS degree required.
• Experience with press/media relations and digital communications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day communications and promotion of PBS News programming.
• Plan and coordinate PBS News talent events and local station visits.
• Oversee PBS News’ award submissions process and calendar of submissions.
• Write and distribute press materials including press releases and programming announcements.
• Draft brand talking points and executive communications for on the record purposes.
• Manage PBS News’ media tool kits, bios, headshots, and video footage.
• Monitor daily coverage of PBS News programming and industry news.
• Perform related special projects or other duties as assigned.

Skills

Writing

Communication

AP Style

HTML Coding

Photoshop

Mailchimp

Cision

Event planning

Education

BA/BS

Tools

Photoshop

Mailchimp

Cision

Job description

WETA, based in Arlington, VA, seeks a Director of Communications to manage day-to-day communications for PBS News and its programming portfolio. The role includes coordinating talent events with Development, handling press materials, and overseeing award submissions.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10 years in public relations or journalism spaces, a BA/BS, and strong writing with AP style familiarity. The position is onsite or hybrid, with the Arlington, VA office at the center of activities.