Managing Director, Public Relations, Earned Media & High-Stakes Communications

The Company is seeking a Managing Director to shape and execute earned media strategy across regional markets and national priorities. The role leads media campaigns, sets outreach priorities, develops storylines, and advises regional and national teams on positioning and messaging. Responsibilities include preparing leaders to serve as effective spokespeople, responding to sensitive or high-stakes media inquiries, and helping manage reputational risks. The Managing Director also analyzes media activity, shares insights across teams, and strengthens communications practices and alignment. Candidates should have 8–10 or more years of experience in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field, including demonstrated experience pitching reporters and supporting media interviews. Experience with reactive or high-stakes communications, excellent written and verbal communication, and strong organizational skills are required. The role calls for collaborative work across functions and geographically dispersed teams, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Experience with regional or local media, nonprofit or education communications, and preparing senior leaders as media spokespeople is preferred.