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SKDK · 1 day ago

Director, Public Affairs

US-DC-Washington

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$80K/yr - $105K/yr

5+ years exp

SKDK is an award-winning public affairs and political advertising agency, seeking a driven self-starter to join its public affairs team as a Director. The role involves driving overall strategy and advising clients and account teams on new initiatives while managing client communications and developing media strategies.

Public Relations

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

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 and maintaining booker, producer, and reporter relationships

Building robust media strategies

Leading the development of strategic communications plans and supplemental project plans

Serving as a thought leader with team leads to meet client goals

Supporting the development of new business proposals and ideas

Qualification

Media strategy developmentStrategic communications planningTeam leadershipCrisis managementWriting skillsPublic relations experiencePolitical science knowledgeOrganizational skillsCollaboration skills

Required

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

A strong track record of 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

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

Professional development and career guidance

Opportunities for advancement

Participation in Employee Resource Groups

A collegial and supportive office environment

Company

SKDK

SKDK provides strategic advice, public relations, crisis communications, advertising, direct mail, and research to national and international companies, advocacy organizations, associations, leading non-profit organizations, and elected officials and candidates from the White House to State Houses across the country.

Founded in 1993

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

51-200 employees

http://skdknick.com

H1B Sponsorship

SKDK has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

Represents job field similar to this job

Trends of Total Sponsorships

2024 (1)

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Total Funding

unknown

2015-10-09Acquired

Leadership Team

Doug Thornell

Chief Executive Officer

Jacqui Newman

Chief Operating Officer

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