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Director of Communications

PragerU · Los Angeles, CA, USA ·

Pay:
$100,000-$160,000/yr
Job type:
Full Time

Our mission is to promote American values through the creative use of digital media, technology and edu-tainment. We7re proud to be voted among the Best Place to Work in Los Angeles by the LA Business Journal 4 years in a row.
We7re looking for a Director of Communications for the CEO who brings hustle, initiative, strategic thinking, and true ownership to strengthen and expand the CEO's communications and media presence. As a mission-driven media organization with more than a decade of impact, we need someone who deeply understands conservative, education, and media landscapes, moves quickly, and gets results. The right person is proactive and scrappy. They know how to spot an opportunity, and help land meaningful coverage. Theyre comfortable in a fast-paced environment, can think clearly under pressure, and work well across teams to make sure CEO messaging is sharp, consistent, and aligned with our mission.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Manage and prioritize media opportunities for the CEO, coordinating with Vice President of Outreach on press, producers, and internal stakeholders
Develop and oversee alongside Vice President of Outreach the CEO public voice and narrative across media appearances, speeches, op-eds, social platforms, and internal communications
Draft and edit speeches, talking points, statements, and written content on behalf of the CEO
Help Vice President of Outreach prepare the CEO for high-stakes media engagements, including interviews, debates, panels, and crisis response including research
Monitor news cycles and cultural conversations to identify opportunities for rapid response and proactive storytelling
Collaborate with internal teams, including Marketing, Creative, Social Media, Public Relations, and Production, to ensure cohesive messaging across all platforms
Develop crisis communications strategies and messaging when necessary
Track media coverage, evaluate campaign performance, and provide regular reporting on communications efforts and outcomes
Stay informed on political, cultural, and media trends relevant to PragerU's mission and audience
Successful Candidates Will Possess :
Anticipate needs before being asked
Thrive under pressure and remain calm when priorities shift
Persistent, resourceful, and don't stop after the first "no"
Combine strategic thinking with flawless execution
Build trust quickly and communicate effectively with stakeholders at every level
Take ownership, solve problems independently, and consistently deliver results
A deep understanding of the news cycle and social trends, plus strong alignment with PragerUs mission and message
Humility to accept assignments both big and small
Excellent writing
arrative abilities, perfect follow-up skills
What We Do : We promote American values through educational videos for people of all ages. People come to PragerU for a variety of reasons, but they all have one thing in common: They want to growllectually, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. To learn more about PragerU, visit http://prageru.com.
Salary Range : The salary target for this role is $100,000 - $160,000+. Final offer amounts depend on multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and most recent market data. This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on personal and company performance, in addition to our robust benefits package.

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