Executive Communications Strategist

Gap Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role shapes executive visibility, manages media and stakeholder relationships, and safeguards reputation in a fast-paced business environment. The ideal candidate is strategic, proactive, discreet, and industry-savvy with deep understanding of media dynamics across traditional, digital, and social

Qualifications

• 15+ years in corporate communications, PR, or executive-level communications in Business, Fashion or Entertainment industries.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills; ability to work at pace.
• Speed, agility, discretion, strategic thinking, and influencing ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop thought leadership content (op-eds, social, conferences) to position the executive as an industry expert.
• Craft narratives, speeches, social captions, and presentations aligned with voice and company goals.
• Create internal updates, Q&A, town hall scripts, and manage external media relations and press releases.
• Advise executive on communication strategy, media training, and presentation delivery.
• Build relationships with partners, journalists, and internal teams; pitch stories and secure interviews.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Crisis communications

Speechwriting

Stakeholder management

Public speaking

Job description

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

The role shapes executive visibility, manages media and stakeholder relationships, and safeguards reputation in a fast-paced business environment. The ideal candidate is strategic, proactive, discreet, and industry-savvy with deep understanding of media dynamics across traditional, digital, and social