Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board · 2 weeks ago
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
Los Angeles,CA,US
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$220K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expLos Angeles Tourism & Convention Board is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the City of Angels as a premier travel destination. The Senior Vice President, Global Communications will develop and execute a global communications strategy to enhance brand visibility and manage all aspects of communications and media relations.
Travel
Responsibilities
Develop a comprehensive global communications strategy that strengthens LA Tourism’s brand positioning, amplifies product pillars, elevates awareness among residents and community leaders, supports legislative priorities, and advances sustainability and workforce development. Measure communications effectiveness (e.g., feature story percentage, Tier 1 media delivery goal, etc.) and provide regular reports to the Executive Team and key stakeholders. (30%)
Cultivate relationships with top-tier domestic and international media outlets to secure earned media opportunities. Act as primary spokesperson and prepare talking points, speeches, and presentations for Executive leadership. Position LA Tourism as an industry leader through executive thought leadership initiatives, including speaking engagements, authored content, and participation in high-profile industry forums. (15%)
Oversee global P.R. agencies to ensure alignment with the organization’s earned media strategy, establish and monitor annual performance criteria, and conduct annual agency reviews to maintain strong representation in key markets. (15%)
Create a “best in class” Global Communications team by assessing organizational structure, hiring, developing, and retaining top talent to meet LA Tourism’s communications and broader organizational goals. (15%)
Assume responsibility for the organization’s crisis management plan and proactively monitor emerging trends that could impact tourism and LA’s reputation. Expand reputation management beyond crisis planning by implementing proactive strategies to safeguard and enhance the organization’s image. (10%)
Partner with internal teams including Marketing, Sales, Membership, and others, to support their communications needs and ensure message alignment across all organizational initiatives. Maintain consistency of messaging across international markets while allowing for local cultural nuances. (10%)
Perform other duties as assigned. (5%)
Serve as the corporate spokesperson, standing in for our Executive Team as needed
Oversee content creation and maintain a calendar for the company’s presence on LinkedIn, ensuring alignment with organizational messaging and thought leadership initiatives
Review external stakeholder communications to identify opportunities to enhance/elevate the messaging
Stay current on emerging trends in Los Angeles and modify key messaging and communications as appropriate
Ensure that all programming is delivered cost effectively and on-budget
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 10-12 years relevant experience required
Must possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license and be able to drive a vehicle for work-related travel as needed and as applicable to the position
Must be willing to partake in a comprehensive background check including a drug test in accordance with applicable laws
Willingness to travel at least 25% of the time, with 50% of the travel being international and 50% domestic
Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams, including direct management of at least three (3) employees and responsibility for performance and development
Exceptional public speaking skills, including extensive media experience
High level of emotional intelligence and situational awareness
Significant experience working directly with elected official and other civic leaders
Must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Dependable, great attitude, highly motivated and a team player
Possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadlines
Ability to communicate effectively across various departments
Ability to work in a changing environment
Preferred
Bachelor‘s degree from an accredited four-year college or university preferred
Benefits
Hybrid work environment
Remote Monday and Friday
DTLA Tuesday through Thursday
Company paid parking in DTLA
Early Friday’s – our office closes every Friday at 2:30 pm
Holiday Office Closure (December 24th – January 1st)
15 Paid Company Holidays
Paid Vacation Time
Paid Sick Time
Paid Floating Holidays
Paid Family Leave
Comprehensive health insurance (both PPO and HMO plans available)
Dental and vision plans (100% employer paid for some elections)
Pet insurance
Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability, Aflac
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account (Healthcare & Dependent Care)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with up to 6% match that vests immediately
401(k) match for qualified student loan payments
Employee referral program
Monthly internet and phone stipend
Company
Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board
Overseas tourism investment and operation for the city of Los Angeles
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Adam Burke
President & CEO
Darren Green
Chief Sales Officer (CSO)
Recent News
2025-05-29
Los Angeles Times
2025-05-17
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