Communications Director - Crossroads Talent Solutions

Crossroads Talent Solutions, LLC (Crossroads) is a Small Business Administration (SBA) 8a Business Development participant, Department of Veterans Affairs Certified Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), and State of Maryland Department of Transportation Minority and Disadvantaged Owned Small Business, with over 20 years of professional experience in the military, government, and the private sectors.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Basic Function of the Position:

Develop and execute public relations strategy/plans for CES and virtual and in-person client events globally.

Critical Duties and Responsibilities:

· Develop and execute traditional and digital media strategies, plans and tactics that drive media engagement for CES and other virtual and in-person events.

· Support client's corporate goals of maintaining high quality media coverage and attendance at CES and help lead growth in strategic markets and audiences.

· Oversee media monitoring and reporting for CES and other virtual and in-person events.

· Manage the CES Spokesperson program and act as an official spokesperson for client.

· Provide executive support for media interviews, press conferences and speaking opportunities.

· Write and edit messaging, press releases, video scripts and other media materials as needed.

· Manage agency partners as appropriate.

· Supervise and oversee professional development of a Sr. Coordinator and Coordinator.

· Support the Communications Department's rapid response capabilities including providing strategic counsel, developing messaging, engaging key media and securing and tracking earned media coverage for client issues.

· Seek and embrace technical and professional educational opportunities by attending educational

workshops, reviewing publications, identifying best practices, etc.

· Other duties as required by business needs.

Work Experience:

· Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in external communications roles

Education/Training:

· Bachelor's Degree in Communications, English or Journalism concentration preferred or commensurate experience.

Skills/Capabilities/Technical:

· Strong communications skills able to understand business strategy and technology.

· Extensive knowledge of media relations.

· Excellent writer and comfortable public speaker/spokesperson.

· Strong strategic thinking, leadership and supervisory skills.

· Strong knowledge of integrated marketing.

· Must be organized, nimble and have the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.

Additional Information:

-Manage up to three full-time direct reports and one intern role.

-This position is based in the DMV area

Crossroads Talent Solutions, LLC is a Veteran friendly employer and provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled