Overview

As aDirector, you willbe responsible fordriving overall strategy and advising clients and account teams on new initiatives.

Responsibilities

A Director9s job responsibilities include:

• Leading small client teams and managing junior staff's work with input from team leads.

• Tracking client deliverables and timelines.
• Maintaining regular client communication, including reporting.

• Anticipating and delivering on client needs.
• Securing and managing coverage in local and national print and broadcast outlets.

• Developing andmaintainingbooker, producer, and reporter relationships.

• Building robust media strategies.
• Leading the development of strategic communications plans and supplemental project plans.

• Serving as a thought leader withteamleads tomeetclient goals.

• Supporting the development of new business proposals and ideas.

Qualifications

A successful candidate will have:

• Five or more years of experience working on campaigns, in government, at a corporation or public relations agency.

• A strongtrack recordof building media strategies, including placing a wide range of national print and broadcast stories in addition to drafting op-eds, press releases, media advisories, Q&A, talking points, statements as well as other communication documents.

• Ability to manage an effective and innovative thought leadership platform and strategic speaking plans for multiple senior executives and corporate leaders.

• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic integrated communications programs that deliver results.

• Experience leading a talented and dynamic team while cultivating a collaborative atmosphere.

• Excellent writing skills and experience crafting a variety of communications materials.

• Strong strategic instincts and ability to develop and execute communications and strategic plans.

• Conceptual thinker with excellent organizational and prioritization skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines in tandem.

• A bachelor's degree with a preference in public relations, communications, political science, or public policy.

Benefits

SKDK is committed topayequity. SKDK believes the target range of base compensation in this role is $80,000-$105,000. In addition to base salary, SKDK considers other key components as part of total compensation, including but not limited to an annual discretionary bonus, commission on new business, and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual base compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, such asskillset, level of experience, and location.

What we offer:

SKDK provides a generous benefits package including excellent coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums; paid parental leave; time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time; 401(k) with an employer contribution, cell phone stipend, public transportation benefits, andadditionalbenefits.

SKDK believes in the growth and development of all our employees and therefore we offer:

• Professional development and career guidance

• Opportunities for advancement

• Participation in Employee Resource Groups

• A collegial and supportive office environment