Director, Public Affairs

UNAVAILABLE; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Professional development

Paid parental leave

Job summary

SKDK is seeking a Director to lead client teams and develop media strategies in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will have a strong track record in PR, with excellent writing skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000-$105,000 along with a generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in campaigns, government, or public relations.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic integrated communications programs.
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead client teams and manage deliverables.
• Track client timelines and maintain communication.
• Develop robust media strategies and maintain media relationships.

Skills

Media strategy development

Client management

Excellent writing skills

Project management

Strategic communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Political Science, or Public Policy

Job description

Overview

As a Director, you will be responsible for driving overall strategy and advising clients and account teams on new initiatives.

Responsibilities

A Director’s job responsibilities include:

• Leading small client teams and managing junior staff's work with input from team leads.

• Tracking client deliverables and timelines.
• Maintaining regular client communication, including reporting.

• Anticipating and delivering on client needs.
• Securing and managing coverage in local and national print and broadcast outlets.

• Developing and maintaining booker, producer, and reporter relationships.

• Building robust media strategies.
• Leading the development of strategic communications plans and supplemental project plans.

• Serving as a thought leader with team leads to meet client goals.

• Supporting the development of new business proposals and ideas.

Qualifications

A successful candidate will have:

• Five or more years of experience working on campaigns, in government, at a corporation or public relations agency.

• A strong track record of building media strategies, including placing a wide range of national print and broadcast stories in addition to drafting op-eds, press releases, media advisories, Q&A, talking points, statements as well as other communication documents.

• Ability to manage an effective and innovative thought leadership platform and strategic speaking plans for multiple senior executives and corporate leaders.

• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic integrated communications programs that deliver results.

• Experience leading a talented and dynamic team while cultivating a collaborative atmosphere.

• Excellent writing skills and experience crafting a variety of communications materials.

• Strong strategic instincts and ability to develop and execute communications and strategic plans.

• Conceptual thinker with excellent organizational and prioritization skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines in tandem.

• A bachelor's degree with a preference in public relations, communications, political science, or public policy.

Benefits

SKDK is committed to equity. SKDK believes the target range of base compensation in this role is $80,000-$105,000. In addition to base salary, SKDK considers other key components as part of total compensation, including but not limited to an annual discretionary bonus, commission on new business, and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual base compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, such as skillset, level of experience, and location.

What we offer:

SKDK provides a generous benefits package including excellent coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums; paid parental leave; time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time; 401(k) with an employer contribution, cell phone stipend, public transportation benefits, and additional benefits.

SKDK believes in the growth and development of all our employees and therefore we offer:

• Professional development and career guidance

• Opportunities for advancement

• Participation in Employee Resource Groups

• A collegial and supportive office environment

Equal Opportunities

SKDK is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any protected category.