Director, Public Affairs

Interpublic; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Parental Leave

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Hybrid work

Job summary

PLUS Communications in Arlington, VA is seeking a Director to develop and execute media relations and public affairs campaigns for a range of accounts. This role requires agency experience and the ability to translate complex policy issues into compelling narratives.

You will manage media outreach, draft messaging materials, help coalitions, and coordinate with clients and vendors. A track record of securing top-tier media hits and strong stakeholder relationships is essential.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in public affairs or media relations, ideally in an agency or legislature setting.
• Ability to synthesize technical content and policy issues for diverse audiences.
• Understanding of the communications landscape across digital, print, social and broadcast channels.
• Coalition building and grassroots advocacy experience.
• Proven writing and editing skills with the press in mind.
• Strong understanding of AP Style.

Responsibilities

• Craft narratives by distilling complex policy information into clear messaging for varied audiences.
• Draft media materials such as press releases, talking points, statements, opinion pieces and fact sheets.
• Develop media strategies and pitch reporters across multiple outlets.
• Coordinate media outreach and build relationships with reporters and outlets.
• Engage with stakeholders and third-parties to support campaigns and coalitions.
• Serve as a project manager for client accounts and manage cross-team collaboration.

Skills

Media relations

Writing

AP Style

Coalition building

Grassroots advocacy

Project management

Stakeholder relations

Job description

## Director, Public AffairsApply: Hybrid: Arlington, Virginia, United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: R17678**Agency:**Plus **Job Function:**Communications and PR **Job Subfunction:**Public Relations**Job Description:**## **Description**PLUS Communications is a full-service communications firm based in Arlington, Virginia. PLUS Communications leads award-winning campaigns integrating public affairs, corporate communications, digital, advertising and media buying. PLUS means more!PLUS Communications is looking for a Director to develop and execute media relations and communications efforts for a variety of public affairs accounts. We are looking for an experienced communicator who has worked in an agency environment and understands the opportunities to highlight clients' narratives and advocate on their behalf. Ideal candidates will have experience synthesizing complex policy issues and with media and third-party engagement. This role will also provide project management support for key client accounts.## **Requirements****Your day in this position may include:*** Crafting narratives by distilling complex policy and regulatory information into tangible messaging for a variety of audiences* Drafting media and messaging materials (such as press releases, talking points, media statements, opinion pieces, fact sheets)* Developing media strategies and pitching reporters across print, broadcast and online mediums* Coordinating media outreach and cultivating relationships with reporters* Conducting outreach to and fostering relationships with key stakeholders and third-parties.* Managing grassroots field teams for coalition building and local earned media efforts* Developing presentations, collateral materials, strategic plans and other reports* Tracking and monitoring campaign deliverables and serving as a project manager for key accounts* Serving as a liaison between PLUS’ internal team, the client, other agency partners and external vendors**This job may be for you, if you:*** Have a knack with words and enjoy writing on a variety of topics with quick turnaround.* Have a proven record of securing high-profile media hits and opinion columns in top-tier outlets.* Have a robust and well-worn rolodex of reporters and editors across a variety of focuses.* Have strong third-party stakeholder relationships and experience with coalition building and grassroots advocacy.* Are comfortable engaging with reporters, clients and vendors daily.* Have strong organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.* Have a solutions-oriented mindset.* Can balance a high-volume workload while maintaining attention to the details.* Are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, no matter the time commitment.**What we require:*** 6-8 years of relevant experience in public affairs or media relations, ideally in an agency or legislature setting* Interest in public affairs and policy issues; ability to synthesize technical content.* Understanding of the communications landscape and how various communications channels work (i.e. digital, print, social, broadcast).* Coalition building and grassroots advocacy.* Proven experience in writing and editing materials and working with the press.* Strong understanding of AP Style.**Benefits** Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance. We also offer a paid parental leave program, paid vacation and paid sick leave. In addition, we have a work from home hybrid environment.PLUS Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. More information about PLUS Communications and our job opportunities can be found on our PLUS website and job board.The budgeted salary is $100,000 and there is an opportunity for a year-end bonus.*To the extent permissible by local law, Omnicom’s policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager.*