Executive Director, Global Communications, Makeup ELC at ELC Beauty LLC | New York City, NY | $177K/yr – $305K/yr

Executive Director, Global Communications, Makeup ELC

New York City, NY (On-site)

$177K/yr – $305K/yrSenior Level12+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own and shape the global makeup communications engine, driving launches, hero products, and major brand moments while building a high-impact team and budget that backs PR wins.

Growth/Communications Ownership: Own the global strategy, executive positioning, media relationships, and major feature opportunities to tell the core portfolio narratives.
Team and Budget Leadership: Lead a PR team, mentor staff, and manage the budget to maximize ROI, awards, and brand visibility.
Cultural Relevance and Philanthropy: Align with cultural moments and drive philanthropic storytelling to broaden brand equity.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Design and direct the overarching global communications strategy to support new product launches, hero products, and key brand moments.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of communications professionals, fostering a collaborative, high-touch, and winning team culture.
Set the strategic direction for the company’s makeup portfolio reputation and media efforts, securing buy-in from senior management and brand leaders.
Oversee the development and management of the global communications budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and ROI.
Lead the global awards strategy, identifying and pursuing opportunities to recognize brand excellence and product innovation.
Act as a senior liaison with top-tier US and international media, leveraging executive-level relationships to create significant brand opportunities.
Guide the team and PR agency to pitch and secure major feature stories that articulate the brands' core narratives and innovation.
Oversee executive positioning, identifying and preparing brand leaders for high-profile interviews, speaking engagements, and media appearances.
Ensure the makeup brands are at the forefront of cultural conversations, strategically aligning with relevant moments and trends.
Lead the communications strategy and execution for all philanthropic initiatives across the makeup brands, driving awareness and engagement.