Director Of Communications

Job Description

The Director of Communications for NEWSNATION is responsible for developing and executing the company's internal and external communication strategies across all media platforms. The Director of Communications will collaborate with other network leaders and external resources to promote Newsnation's programming and talent and will work proactively and zealously to protect the Newsnation culture and reputation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Promote Newsnations mission, vision, culture, brand and reputation by developing and directing the internal and external communications strategies.

Develop pitches and work with the media to secure coverage of Newsnation programming and talent.

Create compelling and engaging communication materials for dissemination via multiple platforms and outlets.

Consult with network leadership and provide guidance on all aspects of internal and external communications.

Draft talking points, statements, messages and other communications for network leaders.

Build and maintain relationships with external communications resources and external media outlets.

Serve as a Newsnation spokesperson.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

A minimum of 5 years' experience in a media communications leadership position.

Ability to handle sensitive situations with poise, tact and diplomacy.

Demonstrated track record of creating effective and compelling communications content

Ability to establish relationships with key media reporters.

Superior organizational skills that reflect an ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks with outstanding attention to detail.

Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.jmmm

Thorough understanding of brand messaging.

Expertise in message delivery via digital and social media platforms.

Capacity to handle confidential information with absolute discretion.

Ability to establish priorities and deadlines, to manage projects to budget and plan, and achieve objectives within those parameters.

Ability to represent NewsNation at any community or external organized events as needed

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The Newsnation Director of Communications must be able to sit, reach, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions

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