Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company’s portfolio includes many of the world’s most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit and Wired, among others.

Job Description

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Overview/Purpose:

Condé Nast is seeking a Senior Director of Communications based in New York to lead strategic brand communications for Vanity Fair, GQ and Pitchfork. Collaborating closely with editorial leadership, the Senior Director will build and execute a strong, integrated communications strategy to help amplify the journalism, content and leadership across each of the brands in innovative ways. The Senior Director will aggressively create new opportunities to expand the reach and influence of the iconic brands and to elevate their world-class editorial and business narratives. The role will report to the SVP of Communications.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Leverage expertise in brand communications to deliver best-in-class communications and PR campaigns and initiatives.

• Collaborate closely with editorial leadership on wider narrative positioning and business strategy.

• With a clear point of view, execute advanced strategies and tactics with measurable results to build both consumer and industry awareness.

• Promote content, talent and business priorities across Vanity Fair, GQ, and Pitchfork spanning all platforms, including print, digital, social, audio, and video.

• Manage brand crisis communications strategies and responses.

• Develop and lead communications strategy for tentpole brand events: advising edit team on execution, closely managing contracted PR firms, overseeing red carpet and onsite press access.

• Brainstorm new events and franchises with top edit team.

• Staff editors and key editorial leaders at events.

• Partner with all business divisions integral to the success of our brands including product and technology, commercial, consumer marketing.

• Lead announcement strategy for all brand studio projects including film, documentary, series and podcast releases.

• Cultivate top-tier media relationships to secure opportunities for key editorial and business priorities.

• Produce high-quality written materials including key messaging, narrative, press releases, Q&A and statements.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Expert in communications with high standing and known reputation in media and among top journalists.

• Confident driving strategy with senior leaders and executives; ability to work collaboratively across global teams. 

• A clear understanding of the changing face of the media landscape to inform the creation of new PR strategies. 

• Consistent track record of securing high-level media coverage in news, trade, consumer and entertainment press. 

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Extensive and existing relationships with media contacts, including news, business, trade, consumer and entertainment reporters. 

• 12+ years experience in media and/or entertainment communications.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

The expected base salary range for this position is from $157,000 - 185,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.

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