Senior Director, Corporate Communications

Day One Agency

. Serve as a strategic advisor to senior-level clients, aligning communications initiatives with broader business objectives .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic communications, media relations, and executive communications, with a strong focus on narrative development and thought leadership. Proven ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and drive innovative corporate storytelling initiatives.

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Strategic CommunicationsMedia RelationsExecutive CommunicationsTeam LeadershipNarrative Development

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Hard Skills

Integrated Communications StrategyThought Leadership SpecializationC-Suite Executive CounselingCorporate StorytellingBudget ManagementPresentation DevelopmentMedia EngagementClient Strategy DevelopmentEarnings MessagingM&A Communications

Soft Skills

CollaborationAttention to DetailSelf-MotivationOrganizational SkillsReliability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Public RelationsCorporate CommunicationsMedia EngagementCannes Lions Festival of CreativityInvestor RelationsHigh-Stakes CommunicationsAgency Talent DevelopmentNew Business Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic advisor to senior-level clients, aligning communications initiatives with broader business objectives
Develop differentiated corporate narratives and executive platforms that drive visibility and credibility
Lead end-to-end earned media strategy, from story development and pitching through media engagement and amplification
Counsel and prepare C-suite executives for high-visibility moments, including media interviews and major announcements
Navigate high-stakes financial communications, including earnings, M&A, and IPO-related messaging for investors, analysts, and business media
Build and maintain relationships with corporate, business, broadcast, and tech media
Shape messaging and communications plans tailored to each client’s category, competitive landscape, and growth priorities
Provide strategic points of view informed by trends shaping news, media, and executive visibility
Lead account operations, including team oversight, budget management, and third-party vendor coordination
Mentor and develop agency talent
Contribute to new business strategy and presentations
Develop strategic plans, decks, and written materials for client and agency initiatives
Drive innovation within the practice through fresh ideas and forward-looking approaches to corporate storytelling

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience
Prior PR agency experience
Integrated communications strategy experience
Specialization in thought leadership
Strong writing and narrative development skills
Expertise in executive communications (owned and earned)
Experience leading and mentoring a diverse team
Strong media relations skills and contacts
Conference and industry event experience (e.g. Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity)
Ability to collaborate, multitask, and work efficiently with precise attention to detail
Ability to deliver an impactful and compelling presentation
Passion for storytelling and excitement to collaborate in a fast-paced team environment
Extremely self-motivated, organized, and reliable
Entrepreneurial spirit and interest in building a team from the ground up and creating new systems, policies, and company culture
Bachelor’s Degree
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Company does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of work visas
Applicants must already be in—or be willing to relocate to—the New York City Metropolitan area

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
Summer Fridays
401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
Lifestyle Spending Account
Paid Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
New Business Referral Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
No company relocation allowance