Director of Public Relations & Brand Strategy

Intrepid Museum; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Intrepid Museum seeks a Director of Public Relations to lead media operations, writing, editing, and strategic communications for museum ceremonies, exhibits and events.

You will manage the PR agency, guide social media and internal content, and coordinate with internal departments to maintain brand voice and style across platforms. A strong writer with CMS knowledge and nonprofit experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant PR/media operations experience.
• Hands-on experience managing media and production shoots.
• Strong writing and editing skills; knowledge of Chicago Manual Style.
• Experience leading junior staff and cross-functional teams.
• Not-for-profit or cultural institution experience a plus.
• Willing to work weekends, holidays, and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Write media materials such as press releases, advisories and listings.
• Edit grant proposals, newsletters, exhibit copy and collateral.
• Manage PR agency and day-to-day media operations coordination.
• Guide social media strategy and review calendar with the TikTok agency.
• Develop and implement communications plans for new exhibits and programs.
• Provide media training to spokespersons and field media requests.
• Drive media attendance at festivals, ceremonies and events.
• Collaborate with internal departments to maintain brand voice and style.
• Participate in programming and website committees; steward the museum brand.

Skills

Media operations

Strong writing

Editing

Public relations

Team leadership

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field

Job description

Intrepid Museum seeks a Director of Public Relations to lead media operations, writing, editing, and strategic communications for museum ceremonies, exhibits and events.

You will manage the PR agency, guide social media and internal content, and coordinate with internal departments to maintain brand voice and style across platforms. A strong writer with CMS knowledge and nonprofit experience is preferred.