Executive Vice President, Public Affairs

Overview

SKDK, an award-winning public affairs and political advertising agency, is looking for a driven, self-starter to join its public affairs team as Executive Vice President. With offices in Washington, D.C., New York City, Albany, and Los Angeles, SKDK brings unparalleled strategic communications experience to Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, philanthropic organizations, labor unions, political committees, and candidates.

 

Whether it is creating a campaign launch video for a candidate, assisting a corporate client on establishing messaging around their corporate social responsibility strategy, or guiding a nonprofit through a crisis, SKDK is always at the forefront, leading the charge. There is no company better that understands the intersection of press, politics, and policy. At SKDK, we are made whole by the diversity of our team.

 

We are a firm that invites and celebrates the uniqueness of each member of our team and encourages individuals to bring their best selves into the workplace. Whether it is through participation in one of our Employee Resource Groups, serving on our DEI Council, opportunities to volunteer, or bringing a unique perspective to client work, your individuality and experience matters.

 

As an Executive Vice President, you will work with a wide range of clients, including corporate, association, nonprofit and issue advocacy, and support the work of the firm to create deliverables that are creative, strong, and will help meet clients' goals.

Responsibilities

• Fully managing clients and client teams, including independently delivering strategic advice and expanding relationships with existing clients.
• Actively pursuing new business opportunities, confidently leading pitches to expand business, and cross-selling SKDK services
• Serving as chief strategist and visionary for all client teams.
• Maintaining and nourishing high-level press and third-party external contacts.
• Providing fiscal stewardship of firm resources and client budgets.
• Providing mentoring and leadership to SKDK staff.

Qualifications

• 15 years of relevant experience in writing, research, and media-intensive positions such as political campaigns, in media, government, agency, or similar organizations.
• Experience placing national and local print and broadcast stories, experience with New York media is a plus. 
• Strong writing and research skills with thorough knowledge of AP Style.
• A working knowledge of social media strategies for communications campaigns.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• The ability to effectively manage multiple projects and handle competing deadlines.

Benefits

SKDK is committed to pay equity. SKDK believes the target range of base compensation in this role is $215,000-$245,000. In addition to base salary, SKDK considers other key components as part of total compensation, including but not limited to an annual discretionary bonus, commission on new business, and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual base compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, such as skillset, level of experience, and location.  What we offer: SKDK provides a generous benefits package including excellent coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums; paid parental leave; time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time; 401(k) with an employer contribution, reimbursement for cellular service, public transportation benefits, and additional benefits. SKDK believes in the growth and development of all our employees and therefore we offer:Professional development and career guidanceOpportunities for advancementParticipation in Employee Resource Groups A collegial and supportive office environment

Salary : $215,000 - $245,000