Media Relations Director

New York, NY

What You’ll Do

Shape the Narrative: Develop and execute earned media strategies that reinforce TCS’s leadership in digital transformation, AI, cloud, and emerging technologies.

Engage the Media: Build and sustain relationships with influential journalists, editors, producers, and influencers across business, tech, and trade outlets.

Tell Great Stories: Partner with business units, marketing, and leadership to translate complex technology topics into compelling stories that garner high‑value media coverage.

Media Train Executive: Provide executives with proven strategies for successfully participating in media interviews and speaking engagements.

Amplify Leadership: Consistently secure high‑impact interviews, bylines, and media opportunities for senior executives.

Navigate with Confidence: Provide communications counsel and media support during issues and high‑visibility moments.

Track and Improve: Monitor coverage, assess performance, and share data‑driven insights to strengthen storytelling impact.

Qualifications

Experience: 13–15 years in media relations, journalism, or corporate communications, ideally within the B2B technology or professional services sectors.

Expertise: Strong understanding of enterprise tech trends—AI, automation, data, cloud, cybersecurity—and how they drive business transformation.

Relationships: Proven network of contacts across major business and technology media.

Communication Skills: Exceptional writing, storytelling, and message development skills; ability to craft narratives that resonate with business audiences.

Strategic Mindset: Confident managing complex issues, thinking critically, and influencing at senior levels.

Collaboration: Thrives in a global, matrixed environment and enjoys working with cross‑functional teams.

Tools: Experience with media monitoring and analytics platforms (e.g., Cision, Meltwater)

Salary Range
$119,900–162,200 a year

Job Function: MARKETING AND SALES

Role: Manager

Job ID: 416732

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