Orchestra · 6 hours ago
Vice President, Impact
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
6+ years expOrchestra is a communications company that has rapidly expanded its presence in the media landscape since 2022. They are seeking a Vice President to lead strategy and manage account teams focused on advancing social impact issues such as health equity and racial justice through innovative communications campaigns.
MarketingPublic RelationsTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Lead strategic conversations and advance the communications strategy for multiple high-profile client accounts to deliver results for our clients
Develop and oversee integrated campaigns that leverage public affairs, earned media, paid media and digital tactics to reach key audiences and achieve client goals
Directly manage and mentor staff and provide overall strategic direction and feedback for their development and client work
Collaborate closely with the Impact management team to develop and inspire our team of strategists to be innovative and creative
Help our practice win new business and proactively expand our relationships by leveraging your existing network and identifying new opportunities
Qualification
Required
Has 6+ years of relevant experience working in political campaigns; government offices such as Capitol Hill, Executive Branch agencies, major City/State government; strategic communications; media relations; advocacy; journalism; or a related field
Is an avid consumer of news, with a strong news sense and knowledge of the media
Experience engaging and maintaining strong relationships with key reporters covering the top issues of the day, including topics such as health equity, labor and economic justice, racial and gender equity, immigrant rights, climate justice and more
Experience engaging with media for both rapid response and long-lead stories
Strong written and oral communications skills
Experience managing, prepping and staffing high-touch principals, such as political candidates, elected officials or organizational leaders
Ability to multi-task easily, including handling multiple assignments at once, working quickly and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment while paying close attention to details
Has a personal commitment to and knowledge of social justice
Understands organizing and advocacy communications, including social media campaigning; paid media campaigns; writing for the web (website copy, social media posts, articles etc.); engaging with local, state, or national politics
Enjoys managing people and has experience in successfully motivating, leading and mentoring a diverse team to meet objectives
Preferred
Interested in this role but don't meet every qualification? We're also considering strong candidates with relevant experience at the Account Director level. Applicants who meet most of the criteria are also encouraged to apply, and we will assess role level on an individual basis
Company
Orchestra
Orchestra is an operator of a media and communications company that offers branding, designing, media relations, and other such services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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