PLUS Communications is hiring : Public Affairs, Director in Arlington

PLUS Communications is looking for a Director to develop and execute media relations and communications efforts for a variety of public affairs accounts. We are looking for an experienced communicator who has worked in an agency environment and understands the opportunities to highlight clients' narratives and advocate on their behalf. Ideal candidates will have experience synthesizing complex policy issues and / or regulatory affairs at the federal or state level. This role will also provide project management support for key client accounts. This position is based in Arlington, Virginia.

Responsibilities Craft narratives by distilling complex policy and regulatory information into tangible messaging for a variety of audiences

Draft media and messaging materials (such as press releases, talking points, media statements, opinion pieces, fact sheets)

Develop media strategies and pitch reporters across print, broadcast and online mediums

Coordinate media outreach and cultivate relationships with reporters

Manage grassroots field teams for coalition building and local earned media efforts

Develop presentations, collateral materials, strategic plans and other reports

Track and monitor campaign deliverables and serve as a project manager for key accounts

Serve as a liaison between PLUS' internal team, the client, other agency partners and external vendors

What we require 6-8 years of relevant experience in public affairs or media relations, ideally in an agency or Capitol Hill / administration setting

Interest in public affairs and policy issues; ability to synthesize technical content

Understanding of the communications landscape and how various communications channels work (i.e. digital, print, social, broadcast)

Coalition building and grassroots advocacy is a plus, but not mandatory

Experience in the healthcare industry is a plus, but not mandatory

Proven experience in writing and editing materials and working with the press

Strong understanding of AP Style

Benefits Competitive compensation with an opportunity for a year-end bonus

Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance

Paid parental leave program, paid vacation, paid sick leave and employer subsidy for commuter expenses

Hybrid work environment

PLUS Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer

Additional information Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Public Relations

Industries : IT Services and IT Consulting

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Washington DC-Baltimore Area

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