Vice President of Communications

Vice President of Communications

About the Company

Popular online news provider covering the inner workings of politics

Industry
Online Media

Type
Privately Held, VC-backed

Founded
2007

Employees
501-1000

Funding
$6-$10 million

Categories

• Media
• Publishing
• Digital Media
• Miscellaneous Information Services
• Publishers
• Broadcasting
• Information
• Internet
• Web Search
• Web & Client Portals

Specialties

• news
• subscriptions
• events
• policy
• politics
• and government

Business Classifications

• B2B

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Communications to be a strategic partner to editorial leadership and to develop and execute a proactive public relations strategy that supports the company's journalism and business initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving efforts to enhance the company's visibility across various media platforms, with a focus on engaging influencers and amplifying reporting. This role requires a relentless pursuit of opportunities to position the company's journalists, editors, and executives as thought leaders in the market and political landscape. The Vice President will also be tasked with cultivating strategic media relationships, managing a communications team, and overseeing the development of PR plans. Applicants for the Vice President of Communications position at the company should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in communications, with a strong background in media relations and crisis management. A deep network of media contacts and a proactive, relentless mindset are essential. Experience in fast-paced, news-driven environments is a must, with a preference for those with a background in media or political communications. The role demands a leader who can work within a matrixed business and newsroom structure, drive results and is committed to the values of the company, including being a relentless contributor, a disruptor of the status quo, and a steward of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Hiring Manager Title
EVP Global Communications & Brand

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Marketing