Signal is seeking a communications director to lead media engagement and be a trusted partner for our client portfolio across global and domestic policy topics. You'll create integrated public affairs campaigns that influence decision-makers and advance clients' objectives in energy, security, industry, and other regulated sectors. If you possess razor-sharp communication skills, an inherent curiosity, and a bold mindset, we invite you to apply.
What You'll Do:- Lead the development, implementation, and execution of communication strategies
- Lead regular interaction with journalists in a variety of U.S. and international markets
- Conduct routine senior-level client contact, and team management
- Excel at research and writing
- Manage development and production of materials to support campaigns across all channels
The Model Candidate:- You are a bright, engaging, and proactive leader who thrives on collaborating with others and inspiring teams.
- You don't just wait for direction; you anticipate needs, seek out innovative solutions, and take initiative.
- You are adept at flawlessly executing complex projects while identifying opportunities for professional growth and team development.
- You possess an impeccable understanding of AP style, are meticulously detail-oriented, and maintain high standards of diligence in all your work.
- You are a master of multitasking, capable of managing multiple high-stakes initiatives under strict deadlines.
Qualifications:- Strong media relations skills: reporter relationships across the spectrum, pitching experience, booking and staffing interviews, developing prep materials
- Sharp writing and editing skills: the ability to write for different audiences/client voices, experience writing social media content and press materials, ability to translate complex policy into sharp messaging
- Strategic planning and project management: developing rollout plans, project timelines, and tracking deliverables
- Have 7+ years of PR agency, in-house, Capitol Hill, or government communications experience
This position is based in the Washington, D.C. area, and required to be in office 50% of each week.
We believe in supporting our team and offer a generous salary and benefits package.
The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000.Benefits and perks include:
- 100% Medical, Dental and Vision coverage by Signal, and membership to OneMedical
- Time off including generous vacation, holidays, sick time, and winter holiday closure
- Paid parental leave and bereavement leave
- 401(k) with an employer contribution
- Quarterly and annual bonus opportunity and incentives for business generation
- Cellular service stipend
- Public transportation benefits
- Free lunch Thursday (FLT), birthday donations to a charity of your choice, and more.
