Director of Executive Communications

Arlington, VA (Unknown)

$157K/yr – $220K/yrDirector/Executive15+ years expFull time

Posted 2 days ago

Job Summary

Own the development and execution of executive communications strategy and content across internal and external channels, advising the CEO and leadership, coordinating cross-functional messaging, and shaping reputation during sensitive moments.

  • Define priorities and long-term narrative strategy with leadership
  • Develop speeches, talking points, and messaging for major milestones and external engagements

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Executive Communications Strategy
  • Partner closely with the CEO and senior executives to define communication priorities, messaging platforms, and long-term narrative strategies.
  • Serve as a trusted counselor and thought partner to executive leaders on communication style, tone, and engagement approaches.
  • Ensure alignment and consistency of messaging across internal and external channels.
  • Content Development
  • Own the development of high-quality speeches, remarks, scripts, presentations, talking points, op-eds, and other executive-level communications.
  • Lead creation of content for major milestones, company announcements, industry events, and strategic initiatives.
  • Translate complex technical information into clear, compelling messaging for various audiences.
  • Internal Communications
  • Shape the voice of leadership in employee communications, including town halls, internal videos, organizational updates, and culture messaging.

Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience in executive communications, corporate communications, public affairs, or related fields.
  • Exceptional writing, storytelling, and editing skills with a proven ability to craft persuasive, crisp, executive-level content.
  • Experience supporting C-suite or senior leaders in a complex, high-growth, or technical environment.
  • Ability to translate technical and aerospace concepts into accessible narratives for varied audiences.
  • Strong strategic thinking, discretion, and sound judgment.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications , Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.

Preferred

  • Experience within aerospace, technology, engineering, or advanced manufacturing industries preferred but not required .
  • Background in issues management, media relations, or public affairs.
  • Familiarity working in a high-intensity, mission-driven organization.
  • Exceptional emotional intelligence and ability to build trust with senior leaders.
  • Comfort operating under pressure with high visibility and sensitive subject matter.
  • Creative storytelling mindset paired with disciplined execution.
  • Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

  • Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
  • Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
  • Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
  • Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
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Blue Origin

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We are building a road to space for the benefit of Earth, humanity’s blue origin. Our team is focused on radically reducing the cost of access to space and harnessing its vast resources while mobilizing future generations to realize this mission. Blue Origin builds reusable rocket engines, launch vehicles, in-space systems, and lunar landers. Discover more at BlueOrigin.com.*We hope you engage with us and our community. However, we reserve the right to remove derogatory or off-topic comments from our social media accounts. Thank you for understanding.*

Founded in 2000
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$157K/yr – $220K/yr

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