Temp VP, Communications

Daniel J. Edelman Holdings in; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical and dental insurance

vision

401K

life insurance

disability insurance

paid time off

travel assistance

wellness programing

Job summary

Daniel J. Edelman Holdings seeks a Vice President of Communications to lead a dynamic team and shape lifestyle- and entertainment-focused storytelling for top clients. You will manage senior client relationships, drive strategic media programs and oversee budgets, with a track record of delivering earned results.

You will mentor talent, collaborate across interagency teams, and push creative boundaries with partners and influencers to sustain growth and strong client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in communications with a focus on lifestyle and entertainment.
• Proven track record managing high performing teams and demanding clients.
• Strong relationships with top tier media, tastemakers, influencers – and the ability to leverage for earned results.
• Strong understanding of consumer trends across lifestyle and entertainment and the evolving media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop lifestyle strategies that drive coverage growth and engagement with key audiences.
• Generate buzz and earned coverage for product launches, brand announcements and partnerships.
• Push clients into new storytelling territories with external voices and creators.
• Manage an internal team of junior staff and oversee all account work, including budgeting and staffing.
• Use research and analytics to strengthen media strategies and client recommendations.
• Provide oversight and management on account financials including budgets and invoicing.
• Anticipate client needs and capitalize on opportunities to drive growth.
• Assist in new business development through pitches and idea generation.
• Lead a high-performing, diverse, cross-functional team and foster career development.

Skills

Team leadership

Media relations

Account management

Media pitching

Storytelling

Strategic thinking

Client management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions. The Vice President of Communications will not only have excellent written and verbal communication skills, a deep network of media and influencer relationships, strong account management skills, proven media pitching experience and results, but also will be an inspiring team leader focused on developing talent and empowering those around him/her to succeed. The role will work closely across all interagency teams within UEG. If you’re interested in being a part of a winning team and telling stories at the intersection of tech and lifestyle, we want to talk with you.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop lifestyle strategies that drive coverage growth, create distinction and help client break through with key media audiences and younger consumers
• Generate buzz and earned coverage for product launches, brand announcements, partnership news and must-win moments
• Leverage expertise and background to push client into new creative storytelling territories, including partnerships with external voices including musicians, designers, athletes, creators or emerging platforms
• Manage an internal team of junior staff while overseeing all aspects of account work including: trend analysis, message development, pitch creation, event execution, measurement, story ideation, staffing and more
• Use research and analytics to strengthen media strategies and client recommendations
• Provide oversight and management on account financials including budgets, time sheets, oversight of client billing process, and vendor invoicing
• Understand client’s challenges, anticipate their needs and capitalize on new opportunities to solve key issues while unlocking growth for client and UEG
• Aid in new business development via participation in pitch meetings, brainstorms, idea generation, staffing discussions and more
• Maintain a high-performing, diverse, creative and cross-functional team to provide clients with best-in-class work
• Lead, coach and develop a team of talented communications pros while ensuring career development plans and goals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university
• 8+ years of relevant experience in communications with a focus on lifestyle and entertainment
• Proven track record managing high performing teams and demanding clients
• Strong, relevant relationships with top tier media, tastemakers, influencers – and the ability to leverage for earned results
• Strong understanding of consumer trends across lifestyle and entertainment, as well as deep understanding of the evolving media landscape
• Fundamental understanding of Integrated Communications tactics
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills (outreach plans, general proofreading, pitch development, media materials, strategy documents, decks)
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment, while being flexible enough to pivot quickly if needed
• Strong and consistent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Team player with the ability to project confidence, a positive attitude, good judgement and a solutions-oriented approach under pressure

$95,000 - $165,000 per year #LI-IR1

DJEH offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

• medical and dental insurance
• vision
• 401K
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• paid time off
• travel assistance
• wellness programing

DJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process, please let us know.

It started with one man’s passion to make an impact through stories… 70 years later, we are the world’s largest communications firm, which fosters an environment where people feel empowered to take the kind of bold action that makes careers, reshapes industries, and creates the unexpected. We are one global team, over 6,000 strong across 60 offices, grounded by our shared values. We promise an experience where our employees see that boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. Since Dan Edelman founded the firm in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business, and our culture is one that brings understanding, collaboration, and respect to our work and to each other. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our clients, and our communities, and propel us forward as a company. At Edelman, we are in relentless pursuit of a fair and inspiring workplace that is respectful to all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust and collaboration. Each day and on each project, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel a sense of true inclusion and belonging and can bring their best to their work— taking action and shaping impactful moments and movements within our company, on behalf of our clients, and within communities around the globe. The relentless pursuit of excellence The freedom to be constantly curious The courage to do the right thing The commitment to positively impact society. We grow our people We invite and celebrate differences Our reputation is our brand We’re global, yet local We offer more than just a career – we offer a place to grow, make a meaningful impact, and help drive change alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our culture is built on trust, innovation, and inclusivity, where unique perspectives are not only welcomed, but celebrated. At Edelman, your ambitions are supported, your voice matters and your work contributes to shaping the future of communications and clients’ business. Join our talent community to receive the latest DJE Holdings news and content, and to be notified when job openings match your skills and experience.