Senior Director, Strategic Communications

Bully Pulpit International

. Serve as the primary point of contact for senior-level decision-makers and provide real-time strategic counsel .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public affairs and strategic communications, with a strong ability to manage multi-client deliverables and lead cross-functional teams. Proficient in media monitoring and social media marketing, while effectively coaching junior staff and developing client relationships.

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Public Affairs ExperienceMedia Monitoring Software ProficiencyStrategic Communications ExpertiseCross-Functional Team LeadershipClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Earned Media StrategyCreative StorytellingAnalytical Strategic ReportingAP Style MasteryMulti-Client Deliverables Management

Soft Skills

Real-Time Strategic CounselCoaching and MentoringCalm Under PressureEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

CisionMeltwaterSocial Media Marketing Platforms

Industry Keywords

Public RelationsMedia PlanningMedia BuyingPress ReleasesClient Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact for senior-level decision-makers and provide real-time strategic counsel
Set strategy for and oversee earned and owned media campaigns aligned with clients’ long-term goals
Shepherd projects across media planning, media buying, creative, measurement, and data insights teams
Oversee strategic memos, communications plans, press releases, op-eds, and social media content
Develop earned media strategies and leverage reporter relationships to place stories on key issues
Manage internal teams across offices to ensure quality control and adherence to deadlines
Coach and/or directly manage junior staff and support professional development
Partner with agency leadership to identify, draft, and present new business proposals
Expand existing accounts and build relationships with prospective clients through pitch decks and presentations
Monitor client issue areas and proactively identify engagement opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

8–10+ years in public affairs, PR, or strategic comms
Agency or political background preferred
Master of AP Style
Ability to pivot between creative storytelling and analytical strategic reporting
Proficiency in media monitoring software, including Cision and Meltwater
Proficiency in social media marketing platforms
Proven track record of managing multi-client deliverables
Proven experience leading cross-functional teams with minimal oversight
Ability to stay calm and provide real-time recommendations under high-pressure, tight-timeline scenarios

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% company-paid medical insurance
100% company-paid dental insurance
100% company-paid vision insurance
401(k) program with employer match up to 4%
Generous time off for vacation
$50 monthly phone reimbursement
Unlimited sick time
16 weeks of paid leave for new parents