ADM · 15 hours ago
Director Integrated Media Relations - Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$137K/yr - $211K/yr
10+ years expADM is a leading agricultural supply chain manager and nutrition company dedicated to enriching the quality of life. They are seeking a seasoned communicator to serve as the Director of Integrated Media Relations, responsible for shaping the company's narrative through various media channels and protecting its global reputation.
Animal FeedHospitalityIndustrial
Responsibilities
Serve as ADM’s primary media spokesperson with top-tier global and national outlets
Build and strengthen relationships with leading reporters, editors, and influencers across priority markets and sectors
Manage an in-house team responsible for leading marketing communications and trade media outreach
Coordinate proactive media campaigns across all of our global markets, including North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, China, and Latin America using the PESO model
Guide ADM’s crisis and issues response with confidence, clarity, and consistency — including preparedness, risk-sensing, and rapid response protocols
Partner directly with executives to shape messaging and prepare for high-profile interviews
Oversee global media monitoring and reporting to track impact and inform strategy with clear metrics and insights for continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
10+ years of media relations experience, including crisis communications and familiarity with leveraging the PESO model in today's media environment and integrating earned strategies with digital discoverability (SEO/SEM)
Strong record of success leading high-profile media campaigns with measurable outcomes
Exceptional ability to cultivate trusted relationships with journalists and stakeholders built on credibility, responsiveness, and strategic value
Skilled at advising and supporting senior executives on communications strategy and spokesperson coaching
Calm, agile problem-solver with sharp attention to detail and storytelling ability in fast-paced, complex environments
Experience leading teams and managing agency partners in a global environment with cultural fluency and cross-functional collaboration skills
Familiarity and experience leveraging technology resources like AI for media monitoring, content development, and trend identification; comfort with analytics dashboards, social listening, and GEO/geotargeting tools
Bachelor's degree required
Fluency in English required
Preferred
Fluency in additional languages a plus
Experience in highly regulated or enterprise-scale industries beneficial
Benefits
Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
Company
ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
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Leadership Team
Monish Patolawala
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at ADM
Daniel Jones
Director, Technical Sales
Recent News
2025-12-16
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