Communications & PR Director, US Job at Taschen in Los Angeles

Your tasks

As the Communications & PR Director, you will lead the external communications and press activities for our U.S. market, with a focus on public relations, media strategy, and press outreach. In this role, you’ll craft our brand narrative, secure top-tier media coverage, and build meaningful relationships with journalists and key stakeholders, assisted by the Communications Team. The position can be based in our office in Los Angeles or in the office in New York.

Main responsibilities of this role include :

Oversee media relations in the United States, ensuring alignment with global communication strategies

Build and maintain relationships with key US media across print, digital, and broadcast platforms

Develop and execute publicity campaigns for book releases and special projects, including feature stories, reviews, and brand narratives

Coordinate press interviews and speaking engagements for artists, executives, and talent based in the US

Collaborate with Global Communications Team to develop global release strategies and ensure cohesive communication efforts

Research and identify creative promotional opportunities for TASCHEN books, partnerships, and special projects in the US market

Organize and execute US-based press events, including book launches, artist talks, and brand activations

Oversee the creation and dissemination of press materials, including press releases, pitches, and media kits

Support the development of internal and external publicity reports and ensure accuracy

Collaborate with sales, marketing and digital marketing teams to effectively integrate communication strategies

Manage administrative tasks related to US communications activities

Travel to key US press markets, including New York, to fortify media, partnerships, and talent network

Application Deadline

Your profile

At least 6 years in communications or press, demonstrating a consistent track record of securing high-impact media placements

Demonstrated access to a broad, well-established network of media professionals, journalists, editors, and influencers across key verticals, including national and trade press

Proven ability to actively leverage and mobilize this network to drive coverage, amplify key initiatives, and support brand positioning objectives

Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, with the capacity to build and sustain long-term partnerships based on trust, responsiveness, and mutual value creation

Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with demonstrated expertise in developing clear, engaging, and strategically aligned messaging

Capable of exercising sound judgment and strategic foresight in high-pressure situations, including reputation management and media crises

Highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and adaptable within fast-paced, cross-functional team environments

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field; advanced degrees or industry certifications are a plus

We offer

This is a Full Time position, based in our office in LA or in our office in New York. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience ranging from $90,000 to $100,000 excluding bonuses and other benefits. This is a good faith estimate based on the expectations as laid out in the job description. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, life insurance, 401k plan, and yearly performance reviews.

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