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Public Affairs, Director

PLUS Communications
Arlington, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/3/2025

PLUS Communications is a full-service communications firm based in Arlington, Virginia. PLUS Communications leads award-winning campaigns integrating public affairs, corporate communications, digital, advertising and media buying. PLUS means more!

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.

Your day in this position may include :

  • Crafting narratives by distilling complex policy and regulatory information into tangible messaging for a variety of audiences
  • Drafting media and messaging materials (such as press releases, talking points, media statements, opinion pieces, fact sheets)
  • Developing media strategies and pitching reporters across print, broadcast and online mediums
  • Coordinating media outreach and cultivating relationships with reporters
  • Managing grassroots field teams for coalition building and local earned media efforts
  • Developing presentations, collateral materials, strategic plans and other reports
  • Tracking and monitoring campaign deliverables and serving as a project manager for key accounts
  • Serving as a liaison between PLUS’ internal team, the client, other agency partners and external vendors

This job may be for you, if you :

  • Have a knack with words and enjoy writing on a variety of topics with quick turnaround.
  • Have a proven record of securing high-profile media hits and opinion columns in top-tier outlets.
  • Have a robust and well-worn rolodex of reporters and editors across a variety of focuses.
  • Are comfortable engaging with reporters, clients and vendors daily.
  • Have strong organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
  • Have a solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Can balance a high-volume workload while maintaining attention to the details.
  • Are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, no matter the time commitment.
  • 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.
  • We offer competitive compensation with an opportunity for a year-end bonus. Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance. We also offer a paid parental leave program, paid vacation, paid sick leave and employer subsidy for commuter expenses. In addition, we have a hybrid work environment.

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    PLUS Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

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