Head of Corporate Communications

Change.org; United States; Remote; USD 158,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

An established social impact company is seeking a dynamic Head of Corporate Communications to elevate its brand messaging and drive awareness across various channels. This role involves crafting compelling narratives, building relationships with key media figures, and leading proactive outreach initiatives to secure top-tier media placements. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in strategic communications and media relations, with a proven ability to influence and engage diverse audiences. Join a mission-driven organization that empowers millions to create change and make a difference in the world.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in media, strategic communications, and public relations.
• Proven track record of securing high-profile media coverage.

Responsibilities

• Craft strategic pitches to enhance brand awareness and engagement.
• Develop relationships with influential media personalities.
• Lead national media outreach for impactful story placements.

Skills

Strategic Communication

Media Relations

Crisis Communication

Content Production

Digital Media Proficiency

Influencing Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

Change.org is searching for a Head of Corporate Communications to build and promote our brand in the US by elevating the brand messaging and stories to drive awareness and affinity with key audiences utilizing a variety of channels, including top tier media, news outlets, journalists, email, podcast hosts, and influencers. You will report to our VP of Communications. As a key member of our Marketing & Communications Team, you’ll drive awareness, adoption, and engagement by creating pitches to help build and tell our brand story; develop and maintain strong relationships with key media personalities; lead national media outreach and land top-tier media hits.

We’re a social impact business (a public benefit company), and the world's largest social change platform with 100 million users, 40,000+ campaigns launched on the site every month, and a 100% user-generated revenue model. Our users win campaigns for change once every hour. We’re working for a world where no one is powerless, and where creating change is a part of everyday life. We’re just getting started and hope you’ll join us!

From mobilizing over 5 million people to investigate the fires in the Amazon, to mobilizing nearly 3 million against war and famine in Yemen, to large-scale mobilizations for the people of Iran and against the war in Ukraine, and calling for Racial Justice in the US, many movements were born on Change.org. Dozens of local, national, and international victories are happening every day thanks to the strength of our members who are changing the lives of people around the world. We want to help them go even further and we need your help!

Responsibilities:

• Craft compelling, creative, and strategic pitches that effectively communicate our brand story, driving increased brand awareness, adoption, and sustained engagement among key audiences.
• Develop, nurture, and maintain robust, lasting relationships with influential national media personalities, including producers, editors, journalists, podcast hosts, and digital influencers.
• Lead proactive national media outreach initiatives, consistently securing top-tier media placements through the identification and strategic pitching of impactful and newsworthy stories.
• Collaborate seamlessly with internal teams on the design and execution of targeted US campaigns, aligning media strategies and capitalizing on timely media opportunities to maximize brand visibility.

Core competencies:

• Extensive and active network with national media professionals, including producers, editors, journalists, influencers, bookers, and podcast hosts, along with a proven history of securing high-profile media coverage.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, demonstrating clarity, persuasion, and effectiveness across diverse channels.
• Proven experience in high-quality content production, capable of tailoring content to varied platforms and audience needs.
• Demonstrated ability to influence internal stakeholders and external partners, effectively driving strategic communication objectives.
• Deep and current understanding of the evolving media landscape, with strategic insights into leveraging the most influential and relevant channels to amplify brand presence and message resonance.

Target experience:

• 7+ years direct experience within media, strategic communications, and public relations, ideally within high-profile environments.
• Track record of engaging national and influential media that reach millions on a weekly basis.
• Proven results consistently landing top tier media coverage.
• Crisis Communication Expertise: Proven experience in developing and implementing crisis communication strategies, effectively managing high-pressure situations to safeguard and enhance the organization's reputation.
• Digital Media Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to leverage digital communication tools and social media platforms to engage audiences, monitor public sentiment, and disseminate information effectively.

Interested? Great! Here's what you should know:

This is a full time opportunity, and while we are open to those living in the U.S. locations stated below, we strongly prefer folks living in New York or DC.

We’re currently able to hire staff based in the following US locations: Alaska (AK), Arizona (AZ), California (CA), Connecticut (CT), District of Columbia (DC), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Illinois (IL), Iowa (IA), Kansas (KS), Maryland (MD), Massachusetts (MA), Minnesota (MN), Missouri (MO), New Jersey (NJ), New York (NY), North Carolina (NC), Oregon (OR), Pennsylvania (PA), Rhode Island (RI), Texas (TX), Vermont (VT), Virginia (VA), Washington (WA), Wisconsin (WI).

Our compensation philosophy is based on pay equity. All of our salaries are determined before we launch a role – they are based on a predetermined salary scale, the level on that scale, and the cost of labor for that location. The annual salary of a Head of Corporate Communications is $186,000 in New York and San Francisco; $176,500 in Austin, Boston, DC, Los Angeles and Seattle, and $158,500 in all other US locations.

Our evaluation process is as follows:

• 30-minute Recruiter Screen
• 30-minute Hiring Manager Screen
• Timed assessment
• Team Interview
• Executive Interview

We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting amazing candidates like you, so please don’t hesitate to apply—we’d love to meet you. We also know it’s rare for someone to meet 100% of the qualifications. Please apply anyway!

We actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply. At Change.org, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We invest in programs to support our diverse workforce, offer inclusive onboarding experiences and affinity groups, celebrate the heritage of our staff, provide training on working across differences, and maintain fair and transparent salary scales. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, or culture.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please let your recruiter know once you are contacted about a role.

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