Senior Advisor for Communications

New York City, NY (On-site)

$110K/yr – $139K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 6 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own and execute strategic international communications for IA, guiding media relations, rapid-response messaging, executive speechwriting, and multimedia production across public platforms.

  • Oversees press engagement and earned media in partnership with City Hall
  • Leads video, interview content, and event coverage to bring international engagement to life

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement communications strategies that advance IA’s priorities and strengthen its public profile.
  • Lead press engagement, including media pitches, press releases, interview coordination, and earned media opportunities, in partnership with the City Hall Press Office.
  • Lead rapid response communications on emerging international issues, sensitive diplomatic matters, and high-profile events, coordinating closely with the City Hall Press Office to ensure timely, strategic, and effective messaging.
  • Draft speeches, talking points, statements, and other communications for IA leadership.
  • Lead video and multimedia production, including interviews, short-form videos, and event coverage that bring the City’s international engagement to life.
  • Coordinate press, photography, and video coverage of diplomatic meetings, international delegations, and public events.
  • Translate complex international affairs and policy issues into compelling public narratives across media and digital platforms.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree required.
  • 7+ years of relevant experience in communications, journalism, digital media, public affairs, international relations, or related fields, including experience in video production, social media content creation, graphic design, and media relations, or equivalent professional experience.
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Salaries

Posted range

$110K/yr – $139K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

Communications median pay in the United States

$93K/yr

Most pay falls between $70K and $137K. Based on 6,050 salaries.

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Senior Advisor for Communications

City of New York · New York City, NY · On-site