Senior Director Communications (Government Relations/Public Affairs) Job at Repu

Senior Director Communications (Government Relations/Public Affairs) A leading Government Relations & Public Affairs firm in Washington, D.C. is hiring a Senior Communications Director to drive strategic messaging, manage press engagement, and lead high-level communication efforts for corporate, advocacy, and governmental clients. This role is perfect for an aggressive storyteller who can pitch, produce, and deliver top-tier content under pressure. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic communications plans for public affairs clients Craft compelling narratives advancing client priorities across multiple channels Pitch proactive story ideas to reporters, producers, and opinion editors Manage crisis communications, messaging alignment, and rapid-response strategy Lead media outreach, briefing prep, and executive spokesperson support Oversee content production: releases, op-eds, talking points, scripts Coordinate with government relations teams to integrate legislative messaging Requirements Proven public affairs communications experience with corporate or governmental clients Strong media relationships with consistent proactive story placement Ability to generate creative ideas and pitch them aggressively Excellent writing skills across longform, rapid response, and executive messaging Deep understanding of policy, political landscapes, and issue‑advocacy work Comfortable managing multiple clients and high‑pressure deadlines Confident communicator capable of advising senior executives and elected leaders Apply confidentially: Why our postings are confidential: Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Consulting and Public Relations Industries: Political Organizations, Public Relations and Communications Services, Government Relations Services Base pay range: $130,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr