Justice Speaks is looking for an experienced **Strategic Communications Director **who will lead management of several high-profile clients, execute creative and impactful communications campaigns, and help build Justice Speaks into a leading progressive communications firm.
We actively encourage applications from individuals who identify as Black Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC), women and nonbinary people, LGBTQ+ people, and people from low-income, working class, and immigrant backgrounds.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead client work with ownership, proactivity, and creativity:
Develop and implement strategy and campaign planning for multiple high-profile client accounts.
Drive high-touch, daily client communications including brainstorming, flagging concerns and problem-solving.
Manage client expectations and continuously improve client service in collaboration with Principals.
Expand existing accounts into new areas of work including but not limited to digital organizing, social media, paid media, ghostwriting and speechwriting, and narrative, branding, and positioning.
Execute high-quality strategic communications campaigns:
Demonstrate skills in all aspects of Justice Speaks’ work, including strategic communications, planning, message development, training, earned media strategies, internet outreach, and positioning.
Write and edit persuasive external and internal documents such as press releases, op-eds, fact sheets, talking points, editorial board memos and communications strategies.
Conceptualize and drive new story angles and other media opportunities for clients.
Place numerous stories through persistence and creativity, identifying new targets and trying new approaches until the story lands.
Grow Justice Speaks’ business:
Contribute to business development and growth efforts by identifying new business opportunities, participating in new business pitches and assisting in drafting new business proposals.
Help develop policies and processes that make Justice Speaks an effective and equitable workplace and communications firm.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
At least 6 years of experience working in strategic communications with a PR agency, media outlet or in-house communications team, with experience leading client relations.
Strong storytelling skills with the ability to provide examples of pitches and other materials that clearly demonstrate these capabilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and compelling messages tailored to different audiences.
Ability to proactively move into problem-solving mode when challenges and concerns arise, developing creative solutions that meet the objectives of both the client and the firm.
Demonstrated relationships with reporters and editors, sophisticated understanding of news cycles in relevant beats, and a strong news sense.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
Proactive and collaborative attitude, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrated commitment to Justice Speaks’ stated values, as well as equity based on race, gender and class; ability to connect with people from historically marginalized identities.
LOCATION, BENEFITS, AND SALARY
Position is hybrid, with work based in New York City and requiring 2 days in office each week
Annual gross salary in the range of $90-115k, dependent on experience
21 days of annual paid time off
14 sick days per year
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
401k matching: We match 100% of your contributions up to 3% of your compensation, and 50% of your contributions between 3% and 5% of your compensation.
$1,500 allocated for career development courses, conferences, or coaching
Cell phone stipend of up to $150 per month