Remote Crisis Communications Strategist

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier health insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Crisis Communications Manager to lead proactive and reactive strategies to protect the organization’s reputation during crises. This fully remote role requires strategic thinking, rapid response, and expert risk management.

You will serve as spokesperson, draft statements, coordinate across departments, and advise senior leadership. Remote, high-stakes, with opportunities for impact across the organization.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• 10+ years in crisis communications, corporate communications, or PR with focus on crisis management.

Responsibilities

• Develop crisis communication plans and protocols.
• Lead spokesperson during crisis situations.
• Monitor risks and emerging issues impacting reputation.
• Advise senior leadership on communication strategies during crises.
• Draft statements, press releases, and social media updates.
• Coordinate communications across departments and stakeholders.
• Manage media relations during crises with consistent messaging.
• Conduct post-crisis analysis and recommend improvements.
• Train personnel on crisis communication procedures.
• Build relationships with external agencies and authorities.

Skills

Crisis communications

Public relations

Media relations

Leadership

Spokesperson

Strategic planning

Risk management

Written & verbal comms

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Crisis Communications Manager to lead proactive and reactive strategies to protect the organization’s reputation during crises. This fully remote role requires strategic thinking, rapid response, and expert risk management.

You will serve as spokesperson, draft statements, coordinate across departments, and advise senior leadership. Remote, high-stakes, with opportunities for impact across the organization.