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Director, Communications Jobs in Washington, District of Columbia, USA at Warner Media Group
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Your New Role…CNN seeks a Director for the Communications team to manage work across crisis and rapid response, publicity,
promotion
and media relations. This
fast-paced
communications expert will work collaboratively within the CNN Worldwide communications teams to support the strategic publicity efforts around programming and news out of the Washington, DC bureau. The role requires strategic thinking, high organizational talent and strong public relations skills.
The position provides an opportunity to work with the best journalists in the business and play an integral role in the future of CNN.This role will work with talent and programming inside CNN’s global portfolio, building and managing their brands and journalistic output. They will also support the team in rapid response media relations, collaborating with the CNN Worldwide Communications department.
Your Role Accountabilities… Manage strategic publicity efforts for CNN’s political talent and programming, including drafting and distributing pitches around editorial reporting across platforms.
Engage in crisis and strategic response, including direct outreach to members of the press, serving as a key press contact.
Research and pitch creative placements, interviews, stories, and speaking opportunities for CNN journalists.
Collaborate with members of the communications team to ensure cohesive strategic messaging and approach to all work is consistent.
Regularly track media coverage and analyze media coverage.
Manage complex and unexpected communications challenges with
professionalism
Your Qualifications & Experience…The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in political or crisis communications, preferably in politics or from a media or technology organization
Experience building and managing
promotion
and publicity around high profile talent and VIPsExtensive experience in rapid response and crisis communications in the digital age Exceptional writing and editing skills with attention to context and detail that effectively communicate a message
Must have
leadership
presence and the ability to advise talent and executives
Seasoned, strategic,
hands-on
, consultative, and
collabora…
Title: Director, Communications
Company: Warner Media Group
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Category: Marketing / Advertising / PR, Creative Arts/Media
