Senior Director of Media Relations

The Lafayette Company has retained the recruiting firm Big Fish on this search.
Please contact Chaz Cirame at chaz@recruitbigfish.com for any questions or referrals regarding the role.

Title:

Senior Director of Media Relations

Company:

The Lafayette Company

Reports To:

Executive VP

About Us: The Lafayette Company is a boutique political communications firm based in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. We specialize in providing strategic communication services to a diverse range of clients, with a focus on center-right and conservative policy and political communities. We are currently seeking a highly skilled full-time Senior Director of Media Relations to join our growing team.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Develop and execute strategic media relations campaigns for corporate, policy, nonprofit, and political clients
Organize major media events and secure high-profile placements
Leverage an existing, active network of reporters, editors, producers, and bookers to deliver results from day one
Pitch op-eds and coordinate media interviews across print, digital, and broadcast
Mentor and oversee junior media relations staff
Contribute to business development and client acquisition efforts
Qualifications and Experience:

6-9 years of national media relations experience
An established, active Rolodex of media contacts across print, digital, and broadcast - this is non-negotiable
Demonstrated placement success at national outlets
Strong ties to center-right and conservative policy communities
Exceptional writer with a proven track record
Background in Capitol Hill, campaigns, think tanks, PACs, or nonprofits
Experience supervising or mentoring staff
Self-starter who thrives both independently and collaboratively
Willing to work in-person with the team in Old Town Alexandria with periodic travel

Salary and Benefits:

$120,000-$135,000 starting salary, depending on experience

Generous paid leave, including parental leave

Monthly healthcare contribution

Employer contribution to retirement plans

Client acquisition commissions

Flexible schedule with "on call" availability around holidays and weekends

Candidates whose applications are shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. After phone interviews, candidates will receive a writing test. Those continuing in the process will be invited for an in-person interview.

The Lafayette Company is an equal opportunity employer.