Senior Manager, New Media and Communications

Girls Who Code; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Girls Who Code seeks a strategic Senior Manager, New Media and Communications. This role entails overseeing executive communications, enhancing brand presence, and forging media partnerships. Ideal candidates should have a robust writing background and experience in new media relations, contributing to impactful storytelling.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in communications and new media relations.
• Proven writing track record for executives including keynotes and briefings.
• Strong understanding of emerging media channels.

Responsibilities

• Lead executive communications and brand messaging.
• Create and execute communications plans for initiatives.
• Scout visibility opportunities across media platforms.

Skills

Excellent writing

Editing

Storytelling

Relationship-building

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This range is provided by Girls Who Code. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $106,000.00/yr

Girls Who Code is seeking a strategic and creative Senior Manager, New Media and Communications to lead executive communications, expand our new media footprint, and elevate our brand through powerful storytelling and partnerships. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of modern media, brand partnerships, and strategic messaging.

This individual will serve as the lead writer behind executive panel briefs and keynote scripts, be responsible for scouting and securing new media and brand partnership opportunities, and shape our organization’s voice across internal and external communications.

Responsibilities

• Brand Communications & Messaging
• Support the VP of Marketing and Communications in creating and executing communications plans for key organizational moments and announcements, including program launches, campaigns, and new initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional communications projects for initiatives led by our Programs, Development, and Research teams.
• Ensure consistent brand voice across external communications by creating compelling, mission-driven narratives for organizational announcements, programs, and initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Director of Marketing on copywriting needs for our influencer marketing program, ad program, and other marketing initiatives.
• Support the VP of Marketing and Communications in setting the strategic direction of our content marketing plan, and managing our blog copywriter.
• Support crisis communications strategy and execution, including drafting holding statements, rapid-response messaging, and advising leadership during sensitive moments
• New Media & Partnership Outreach
• Scout and pursue visibility opportunities across emerging media (e.g., podcasts, editorial newsletters, thought leadership platforms, creator partnerships) and press for the organization, and its CEO and leadership.
• Collaborate with the VP of Marketing and Communications on identifying and securing brand partnerships, and partnerships with public figures and influencers that align with Girls Who Code’s brand.
• Build and maintain relationships with podcast hosts, journalists, influencers, and media partners.
• Evaluate and recommend high-impact outreach opportunities aligned with our strategic goals.
• CEO & Executive Communications
• Develop panel briefs, talking points, and keynotes for executive and CEO appearances
• Prepare organizational spokespeople for all external engagements, including media opportunities and speaking engagements.
• Provide copywriting and editing support for the CEO’s and organization’s social media posts across various marketing channels.
• Scout and secure participation in high-impact conferences and awards for the organization’s CEO and executive leadership.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in communications, and new media relations or partnerships
• Proven track record writing for executives — including keynotes, op-eds, and briefings
• Demonstrated success in securing earned media or branded content placements
• Strong understanding of emerging media channels, including podcasts, editorial newsletters, and influencer platforms
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills across various tones and formats
• Savvy digital native who can navigate the latest social platforms and comms tools.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative, organization, and attention to detail.
• Strong relationship-building and management skills with internal and external stakeholders
  
  
  

Girls Who Code is committed to building a truly diverse and inclusive organization with a focus on valuing, serving, and understanding our target constituents, while challenging all stakeholders to think inclusively for the betterment of our programs.

Girls Who Code is an equal opportunity employer committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its hiring and promotion process without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, partnership status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital, parental or familial status, national origin, ethnicity, veteran or military status, age, disability, or any other legally protected basis. Racial and ethnic minorities and men are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. GWC is not able to sponsor employment visas.

GWC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. For individuals with a disability who would like to request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]

Compensation transparency statement:

The wage range for this role takes into account the many factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At Girls Who Code, our compensation philosophy is to hire at or near the midpoint of the stated range and it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum for the role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  Civic and Social Organizations

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