Executive Communications Director: Strategy & Media

Gap Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 177,000 - 229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Insurance coverage

Job summary

Gap Inc. seeks an experienced Director of Strategic Communications to lead and execute all public-facing communications for a high-profile executive within our Communications & Engagement team.

This role shapes executive visibility across business, fashion, and entertainment, manages media relationships, drives thought leadership, and safeguards reputation in a fast-paced environment. Strong strategy and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in corporate communications, PR, or executive-level communications in Business, Fashion or Entertainment.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills; ability to work at pace.
• Discretion, strategic thinking, and influence across media and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Thought Leadership: Develop content to position the executive as an industry expert, including op-eds, social media, and conference content.
• Message Development: Craft narratives, speeches, captions, and presentations aligned with voice and goals.
• Internal & External Comms: Create internal updates, Q&As, town halls, and manage external media relations.
• Strategic Coaching: Advise on communication strategy, media training, and delivery.
• Stakeholder Management: Build relationships with partners, journalists, and internal teams; pitch stories.
• Media Relations: Monitor coverage and lead crisis communications and rapid responses.
• Operations & Coordination: Manage calendars, embargoes, interviews, and track KPIs.

Skills

Strategic comms

Executive comms

Media relations

Crisis comms

Stakeholder mgmt

Job description

Gap Inc. seeks an experienced Director of Strategic Communications to lead and execute all public-facing communications for a high-profile executive within our Communications & Engagement team.

This role shapes executive visibility across business, fashion, and entertainment, manages media relationships, drives thought leadership, and safeguards reputation in a fast-paced environment. Strong strategy and discretion are essential.