Director of Communications
Morreale Communications has an opportunity for a Director of Communications to join our award-winning team to support strategic communications and public involvement projects. The Director of Communications will work closely with project teams to develop and execute comprehensive communications plans that include content development, earned media, social media, stakeholder engagement and outreach campaigns intended to reach diverse audiences using a combination of traditional and emerging resources.
This person should be able to bring new ideas and a fresh perspective into communicating highly technical materials into digestible terms for public consumption. This position works closely with clients to engage target audiences to educate them on project goals and benefits and ultimately build consensus to shape public policy. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and is comfortable speaking in public and facilitating meetings with top-level executives. Communications experience with government, transportation and infrastructure, highly regulated industries or healthcare is preferred.
This person will collaborate with the project team and designers to transform complex issues into visual stories and compelling narratives. Experience working with diverse community groups, building stakeholder engagement plans, coalition building and securing earned and digital media is a must. This person is a strategic thinker and able to manage multiple project teams, scopes and resources. Monitoring progress of deliverables and tracking metrics will be critical for a candidate to be successful in this role.
Founded in 2006, Morreale Communications has grown to become a leading strategic communications agency working at the intersection of business, media, policy and people. Driven by the desire to empower our clients by elevating their voices during times of change, crisis and opportunity, Morreale offers an integrated suite of solutions. Core capabilities include strategic message development, stakeholder engagement, branding and creative strategy, digital & social communications, diversity & inclusion, policy strategy and media relations. Morreale is a certified WBE/WBENC agency bringing unrivaled experience from a wide range of backgrounds to provide deep insights and counsel to our clients.
Job Responsibilities
Provide account strategy and counsel as well as generate fresh, thoughtful and actionable ideas while leading projects and campaigns.
Develop and implement comprehensive communications involving strategic planning, marketing and campaign management, media relations and crisis communications.
Develop and manage comprehensive and strategic internal and external communications and public engagement strategy to engage diverse audiences and stakeholders.
Generate original content for online and print that engages diverse audiences and stakeholders.
Spearhead client marketing and promotional campaigns, including creating, editing and dissemination publications, reports, website content social media newsletters and print materials.
Develop and manage execution of thought leadership communications strategies and plans to support client objectives.
Implement innovative and targeted communications strategies, messaging and tactics that engage and deliver against client business strategies.
Identify appropriate external forums to convey client stories and support client spokespeople for speaking engagements.
Prepare, write and edit press releases, byline articles, media alerts, form letters and other forms of external communications.
Maintain media contacts to secure earned media placements.
Interface, communicate and provide counsel with clients.
Provide guidance to senior executives on communications approaches, media relations and coordinate print, radio, and television appearances.
Provide expertise on day-to-day media relations activities for clients.
Maintain relationships with media, government and industry officials to promote client initiatives in the press.
Position Qualifications
8+ years professional experience in the areas of communications, government, healthcare, regulated industries, transportation and/or journalism.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and the ability to convey complex, technical topics in a clear and concise manner.
Skilled at working with minimal supervision on high-profile projects.
Strong familiarity with government and stakeholders.
Deep experience in media relations, government or statewide communications campaigns is preferred.
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Communications, Political Science or related field.
Commitment to Morreale Core Values
Our core values represent the beliefs, philosophies and principles that define who we are and how we do business. We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates commitment and character to upholding the Morreale Core Values in all they do.
Accountability: Own it and honor our commitment to others.
Diversity: Embrace diverse perspectives and foster a culture of inclusion.
Excellence: Think big. Be bold and make every action count.
Integrity: Be honest, respectful and trustworthy. Always do the right thing.
Collaboration: Stronger together. Elevate each other’s unique abilities to build on our collective strength.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
401k program
Paid Personal Time Off
Paid maternity leave
Remote and flexible schedule options
Charitable giving employer-match program
Morreale Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Initially, this position will be remote, and then depending on timing could either report out of the Chicago office located in Edison Park or downtown Chicago. Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel as needed to client offices.
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $80,000-$100,000 (negotiable based on experience)
To Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to info@morrealecomm.com