Director, Strategic Communications & Media Relations at AUVSI — Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International | Arlington, VA

AUVSI — Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International

Director, Strategic Communications & Media Relations

Arlington, VA (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableDirector/Executive8+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

Job Summary

Lead strategic communications for AUVSI to shape policy narratives and executive media presence.

Own media strategy and engagement with national and trade reporters.
Must-have: 8+ years of experience in strategic communications or media relations.
Standout: Close collaboration with the CEO to prepare interviews and executive messaging.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Media Strategy and Engagement
Build and maintain relationships with reporters covering defense, technology, robotics, aviation, and industrial policy
Identify and proactively pitch story opportunities tied to industry developments and policy priorities
Secure media interviews and commentary opportunities for AUVSI leadership
Monitor media coverage and identify opportunities for engagement or response
Strategic Messaging and Narrative Development
Translate policy and industry developments into clear external messaging
Draft op-eds, commentary, and thought leadership pieces for AUVSI leadership
Develop messaging frameworks tied to major advocacy initiatives and industry developments
Support the development of executive talking points and briefing materials
Executive Communications
Work closely with the CEO and leadership team to:
Prepare media interviews and public remarks
Identify high-impact opportunities for commentary and thought leadership
Develop strategic message positioning aligned with AUVSI’s priorities
Rapid Response Communications
Coordinate timely statements and commentary on major industry or policy developments
Develop messaging to support AUVSI’s response to emerging issues

Requirements

8+ years of experience in strategic communications, media relations, or public affairs
Strong relationships with national and trade media
Experience developing executive messaging and thought leadership
Ability to translate complex policy or technology issues into accessible narratives
Excellent writing, messaging, and media strategy skills

Preferred

Experience working in policy, technology, defense, or emerging technology sectors preferred

AUVSI — Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International

The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) — the world's largest non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of unmanned systems and robotics — represents corporations and professionals from more than 60 countries involved in industry, government and academia. AUVSI members work in the defense, civil and commercial markets. For more information, visit AUVSI.org.

Founded in 1972

Arlington, Virginia, USA

76 employees (5 in marketing)

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