Director of Strategic Communications

1 day ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States MxD Full time
Job Title: Director of Strategic Communications

MxD is seeking a highly skilled Director of Strategic Communications to lead all external communications and drive primary messaging for stakeholders, partners, and other key audiences. The ideal candidate will serve as the senior communications strategist for the organization and primary advisor to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic communications plan across owned, earned, and paid channels
  • Manage content development strategy, including website and social media posts, bylined articles, op-eds, videos, and other formats
  • Oversee media relations, including reviewing and editing press releases, evaluating interview requests, and preparing spokespeople for interviews
  • Direct and support MxD's online presence, including website, virtual tour, social media, newsletters, and other integrated communication channels
  • Drive the identification, evaluation, and support of MxD event participation, including public speaking opportunities and preparation
  • Advise the CEO and Senior Leadership Team on crisis communications needs
  • Establish and track goals around audience acquisition, impressions, engagement, and other measures of success
  • Manage a team of communications professionals and contract support, guiding them in setting and meeting goals and overall professional development
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a similar discipline
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a similar field
  • Minimum 5 years of direct team management or related experience
  • Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • Excellent writing and editing skills
  • Experience with website, newsletter, and social media management
  • Experience with crisis communications and ability to handle sensitive topics with skill and discretion
  • Familiarity with graphic design concepts
  • Ability to interface at the executive levels of MxD and its government, industry, and academic partners
  • Innovation and creativity in support of storytelling, experiential marketing, and promotion
  • Ability and desire to work in a highly dynamic environment
  • Availability to work onsite on at least 2 days a week on an as-needed basis to support MxD personnel and for other onsite events
  • Ability for some travel

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