Strategic Communications Director for Investigative Media

O'Keefe Media Group; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Keefe Media Group is seeking a Communications Director to lead external communications strategy and shape how our investigative journalism is presented to the public. The role reports to senior leadership, manages media relations, public messaging, crisis communications, and reputational strategy in a fast-paced environment, amplifying the organization's impact.

You will coordinate messaging across departments, support speaking engagements, and maintain an active communications calendar to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in communications, public relations, media relations, journalism, political communications, or a related field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience drafting communications for executives, public figures, or organizations.
• Strong understanding of media relations and news cycles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute OMG's communications strategy across media, public relations, and external communications channels.
• Draft and oversee press releases, public statements, media advisories, talking points, and executive communications.
• Manage relationships with journalists, media outlets, podcast hosts, and other external stakeholders.
• Coordinate media outreach surrounding investigations, major reports, events, and organizational announcements.
• Work closely with James O'Keefe and senior leadership to ensure consistent messaging and strategic communication priorities.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, identifying opportunities and potential risks.
• Assist with crisis communications and rapid-response messaging as needed.
• Support speaking engagements, interviews, appearances, and public-facing initiatives.
• Maintain communication calendars and coordinate messaging across departments.

Skills

Communications

Public relations

Media relations

Journalism

Political communications

Executive communications

Job description

O'Keefe Media Group is seeking a Communications Director to lead external communications strategy and shape how our investigative journalism is presented to the public. The role reports to senior leadership, manages media relations, public messaging, crisis communications, and reputational strategy in a fast-paced environment, amplifying the organization's impact.

You will coordinate messaging across departments, support speaking engagements, and maintain an active communications calendar to