Director, Media Relations & Communications
Core
Senior spokesperson and strategist for rapid response and issues management, defending the reputation of The New York Times during high-stakes situations.
Role type
Director, Media Relations & Communications (Senior IC)
Builds
Rapid response frameworks, crisis communications plans, and media statements for a global news organization.
Domain
Media & Communications / Journalism
Required skills
Rapid response strategy, issues management, media landscape analysis, crisis communication, executive advisory, team leadership, strategic thinking under pressure
Preferred skills
Experience at a media organization, agency, or large corporation with international reach
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Act as primary media contact for urgent inquiries; draft and disseminate statements, Q&As, and talking points under tight deadlines; develop and execute issues management plans; monitor and analyze media threats and opportunities; advise senior leadership on sensitive communications; manage a team of crisis communicators
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & team management
