Senior Director, Public Affairs

IPG Health, LLC; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

PLUS Communications in Arlington, VA is seeking a Senior Director to develop and execute media relations and communications for public affairs accounts. The role requires an experienced communicator with agency background and ability to translate complex policy issues into clear narratives.

You will guide earned media strategies, draft materials, advise clients, prepare spokespeople, and manage cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in public affairs or media relations.
• Experience in an agency or Capitol Hill setting.
• Proven ability to distill complex policy into messaging for diverse audiences.
• Strong news judgment and ability to secure high-profile media.

Responsibilities

• Craft narratives distilling complex policy into messaging for diverse audiences.
• Draft press releases, talking points, media statements, and op-eds.
• Advise clients on earned media opportunities and pitching angles.
• Prepare spokespeople for media interviews and Q&A.
• Develop media strategies and pitch reporters across print, broadcast and online outlets.
• Lead grassroots field teams for coalition building and local earned media.
• Create presentations and strategic reports; manage key accounts.

Skills

Media relations

Writing & editing

Public affairs

Agency experience

Storytelling

Job description

# Omnicom Careers## Senior Director, Public AffairsApply: Hybrid: Arlington, Virginia, United States of America: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R17682**Agency:**Plus **Job Function:**Communications and PR **Job Subfunction:**Public Relations**Job Description:**## **Description**PLUS Communications is a full-service communications firm based in Arlington, Virginia. PLUS Communications leads award-winning campaigns integrating public affairs, corporate communications, digital, advertising and media buying. PLUS means more!PLUS Communications is looking for a Senior Director to develop and execute media relations and communications efforts for a variety of public affairs accounts. We are looking for an experienced communicator who has worked in an agency environment and understands the opportunities to highlight clients' narratives and advocate on their behalf. Ideal candidates will have experience synthesizing complex policy issues and/or regulatory affairs at the federal or state level.## **Requirements****Your day in this position may include:*** Crafting narratives by distilling complex policy and regulatory information into tangible messaging for a variety of audiences* Drafting media and messaging materials (such as press releases, talking points, media statements, opinion pieces, fact sheets)* Advising clients on earned media opportunities and recommending angles, outlets and timing to advance their communications goals* Preparing clients and spokespeople for media interviews, including developing talking points and anticipating reporter questions* Developing media strategies and pitching reporters across print, broadcast and online mediums* Managing grassroots field teams for coalition building and local earned media efforts* Developing presentations, collateral materials, strategic plans and other reports* Tracking and monitoring campaign deliverables and serving as a project manager for key accounts* Serving as a liaison between PLUS’ internal team, the client, other agency partners and external vendors**This job may be for you, if you:*** Have a knack with words and enjoy writing on a variety of topics with quick turnaround* Have a proven record of securing high-profile media hits and opinion columns in top-tier outlets* Have established relationships with reporters, editors and producers, and know how to develop pitches that connect client priorities to the news cycle* Are comfortable engaging with reporters, clients and vendors daily* Have strong organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously to ensure nothing falls through the cracks* Have a solutions-oriented mindset* Can balance a high-volume workload while maintaining attention to the details* Are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, no matter the time commitment**What we require:*** 8-10 years of relevant experience in public affairs or media relations, ideally in an agency or Capitol Hill/administration setting* Interest in public affairs and policy issues; ability to synthesize technical content* Understanding of the communications landscape and how various communications channels work (i.e. digital, print, social, broadcast)* Coalition building and grassroots advocacy is a plus, but not mandatory* Proven experience in writing and editing materials and working with the press* Strong understanding of AP Style## **Benefits**Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance. We also offer a paid parental leave program, paid vacation and paid sick leave. In addition, we have a work from home hybrid environment.PLUS Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. More information about PLUS Communications and our job opportunities can be found on our PLUS website and job board.The budgeted salary is $120,000 and there is an opportunity for a year-end bonus.*To the extent permissible by local law, Omnicom’s policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager.*