Director of Communications at USTelecom | District of Columbia, USA | $74K/yr – $90K/yr

Director of Communications

District of Columbia, USA (Hybrid)

$74K/yr – $90K/yrDirector/Executive5+ years expFull time

Posted 6 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own media relations and strategic comms for a broadband policy powerhouse, turning policy stories into narrative momentum across reporters, policymakers, and members.

Manage strategic communications for core audiences including reporters, policymakers, and members.
Drive proactive media outreach, pitches, and interview prep to secure coverage across print, broadcast, podcasts.
Turn data and insights into briefing memos, talking points, and dashboards to measure earned media impact.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic communications plans to effectively influence core audiences, including members, the media, and policymakers
Respond to media inquiries on issues ranging from cybersecurity, congressional legislation, FCC votes, artificial intelligence, and broader internet policy issues
Draft accessible and effective op-eds, statements, press releases, newsletters and website materials that effectively promote the value of broadband connectivity across America to audiences across the policy spectrum
Develop and maintain relationships with technology policy and other beat reporters at the national, regional, and local levels
Proactively pitch reporters on key policy and storytelling initiatives, including for podcasts and other media
Monitor media mentions of USTelecom, broadband-related policy issues, and key stakeholders to remain apprised of the general narratives in and around the broadband industry.
Draft briefing memos, talking points, scripts and internal communications to share knowledge within the organization, propose new strategies, and provide key insights
Regularly track and share key performance indicators from the team’s earned media and brief senior leadership on outcomes and deliverables
Prep and staff senior-level principals for media interviews with print and broadcast journalists, podcasters, and influencers
Engage regularly with our members, partners, and other stakeholders to advance USTelecom’s agenda
Promote the role of USTelecom members in advancing connectivity across America in local and regional outlets

Requirements

5-7 years of experience working on technology policy issues in government, on Capitol Hill, in a newsroom, agency, or a trade association
Exceptional written and verbal skills
Ability to simplify complex messages with an emphasis on creating narratives and telling stories that move and inspire
Experienced writer and editor, including news releases, opinion pieces, letters to the editor, blogs, and short-form digital communications
Established relationships with tech, telecom, or political reporters, and/or the ability to make and maintain those relationships.
Experience with media monitoring software such as Cision, Meltwater, SproutSocial, or others.
Experience identifying and tracking key performance indicators for communication and public affairs campaigns.
Innovative, organized, and self-motivated with a keen interest in driving strategic messages
Meticulous attention to detail
Proven ability to develop content on short timelines and to work independently
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Ability to jump in to help with social media content creation (video editing skills a bonus)
Ability to make puns at the drop of a hat (welcomed and encouraged)