Communications Director

Bantam Communications is seeking a highly strategic Director of Communications to spearhead our mission of accelerating advanced energy adoption across the United States. In this role, you will design and execute integrated communications strategies that build durable support for renewable energy initiatives across diverse political and cultural landscapes. You will lead multi-channel campaigns spanning message development, paid and earned media, and stakeholder engagement to influence public opinion, shape policy environments, and mobilize communities in support of renewable energy.This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to lead integrated communications strategies that shape public opinion, drive policy outcomes, and accelerate renewable energy deployment nationwide. Youll work with both developers and philanthropic partners to manage client relationships, provide strategic counsel, and align campaign execution with the broader goal of transforming Americas energy future.ResponsibilitiesCampaign Strategy and Execution: Design and implement comprehensive communications campaigns that positively influence public sentiment and advance project and policy objectives, working closely with partners to define goals, recommend tactics, and ensure strategic alignment throughout campaign execution.Message Development: Craft compelling storylines and message frames, translating complex concepts and initiatives into clear, impactful messaging that will resonate with diverse stakeholders.Multi-Channel Communications: Design and oversee multi-channel communication strategies and campaigns across U.S. markets, including message and narrative development, paid advertising, media relations, organic social media, and video storytelling to drive measurable outcomes.Paid Media Strategy: Develop and execute paid media strategy, including budget allocation, analytics, channel selection, and campaign optimization to maximize ROI and reach target audiences effectively.Rapid Response: Implement successful rapid-response programs to address emerging challenges and capitalize on strategic opportunities in fast-moving media environments.Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with partners and stakeholders to craft narratives and communications content that aligns with their voices and experiences. Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams and provide strategic counsel on industry trends, while fostering collaboration between departments to achieve organizational objectives.Team Management: Manage and mentor team members who plan and execute digital and traditional communications campaigns, providing guidance and professional development opportunities. Performance Optimization: Establish and optimize communication workflows, performance metrics, and reporting systems to track campaign effectiveness and guide strategic decisions.Minimum Qualifications7+ years communications experience, with significant time in campaigns, public affairs, and/or political communications rolesProven track record managing integrated communications programs that incorporate messaging, paid media, earned media, digital engagement, and stakeholder outreachAbility to cultivate and leverage relationships with media and political influencers.Proven success tailoring communications strategies to resonate across rural, suburban, and urban communities with diverse political and cultural contexts.Track record of implementing successful rapid-response programsExperience with digital campaign tools requiredExperience managing and leading communications teams, including overseeing staff, contractors, and cross-functional collaborationExceptional written and verbal communication skills, with ability to craft compelling content for different audiences including community stakeholders, elected officials, and mediaComfort working in a fully remote, fast-paced, and rapidly changing environment, with ability to manage multiple concurrent campaigns and prioritiesPreferred QualificationsBackground in renewable energy helpful but not requiredExperience working on ballot initiatives, multi-state campaigns, or issue-based advocacy in politically diverse environmentsFamiliarity with permitting processes, regulatory environments, and stakeholder dynamics in utility-scale energy infrastructure development contextsExperience supporting both corporate clients and philanthropic or nonprofit partners, with ability to align mission-driven goals with results-oriented campaign executionFamiliarity with leveraging AI-driven tools for message testing, audience targeting, and campaign optimizationApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We do not sponsor work visas at this time.CompensationThis is a full-time, exempt position.The annual salary hiring range for this position is $80,000 to $130,000.Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as (but not limited to) location, level, education, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.BenefitsA Mission-Driven CultureFully Remote Work EnvironmentFlexible PTOEmployer-paid Medical, Vision, and Dental InsuranceEmployer-paid Short-, Long-term Disability, and Life InsurancePaid Parental Leave401(k) w/ Employer MatchAnnual Staff Retreats to Fun PlacesHow to applyPlease submit a cover letter in addition to your resume. In your cover letter, we'd love to learn what differentiates you and why you are interested in working at Bantam Communications.About Bantam CommunicationsBantam is a specialized public affairs firm accelerating the deployment of advanced energy infrastructure across the United States.We partner with developers, investors, coalitions, and mission-aligned philanthropic and non-profit institutions to navigate complex permitting environments, mobilize community support, and shape the policy and narrative conditions necessary for deployment success.Our work is grounded in the belief that building advanced energy requires not only technological innovation and capital investment, but public trust, political alignment, and social license. We help bridge these gapsbringing structure, insight, and campaign discipline to every engagement.With expertise spanning stakeholder strategy, coalition-building, and local and statewide communications, we support the advancement of clean, low-carbon energy solutionsfrom variable renewables to long-duration storage and next-generation baseload technologies.By integrating local context with national perspective, we help our partners unlock durable momentumadvancing projects from vision to execution in even the most complex environments.We are a fully remote company with talented employees across the U.S.Bantam Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a workplace where innovation thrives. All qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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