Senior Director Communications (Government Relations / Public Affairs) (Washington)

Senior Communications Director | Government Relations & Public Affairs Firm | Washington, D.C. | #3488565

A leading Government Relations & Public Affairs firm in Washington, D.C. is hiring a Senior Communications Director to drive strategic messaging, manage press engagement, and lead high-level communication efforts for corporate, advocacy, and governmental clients. This role is perfect for an aggressive storyteller who can pitch, produce, and deliver top-tier content under pressure.

Key Responsibilities :

Develop and execute strategic communications plans for public affairs clients

Craft compelling narratives advancing client priorities across multiple channels

Pitch proactive story ideas to reporters, producers, and opinion editors

Manage crisis communications, messaging alignment, and rapid-response strategy

Lead media outreach, briefing prep, and executive spokesperson support

Oversee content production : releases, op-eds, talking points, scripts

Coordinate with government relations teams to integrate legislative messaging

Requirements :

Proven public affairs communications experience with corporate or governmental clients

Strong media relationships with consistent proactive story placement

Ability to generate creative ideas and pitch them aggressively

Excellent writing skills across longform, rapid response, and executive messaging

Deep understanding of policy, political landscapes, and issue-advocacy work

Comfortable managing multiple clients and high-pressure deadlines

Confident communicator capable of advising senior executives and elected leaders

Salary : $130,000$150,000 + benefits

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