Communications Director

Responsibilities

• Developing communications and digital marketing strategies to support business goals
• Cultivating relationships with local, regional and national media covering transportation, infrastructure, government, business and real estate
• Elevating the visibility of STV’s projects and experts to increase brand awareness
• Monitoring industry and policy developments and recommending proactive communications opportunities
• Tracking project milestones, industry events, awards programs and speaking opportunities that support strategic communications and business goals
• Partnering with business leaders to identify project milestones, innovations and industry trends that can generate media interest
• Positioning key thought leaders to support pursuits and build client relationships
• Identifying opportunities to position STV executives and technical leaders through media interviews, bylined articles, speaking engagements, owned social media content and industry commentary
• Collaborating with business leaders to provide advice and counsel before and during crises
• Drafting press releases, media pitches, talking points, project announcements and executive communications materials
• Generating content for both internal and external audiences that aligns with STV’s Strategic Plan, elevates STV's visibility and drives towards other communications goals

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in public relations, communications, journalism, media relations or public affairs
• Demonstrated success securing earned media coverage and building relationships with reporters and editors
• Familiarity with top 10 media markets
• Understanding of transportation, infrastructure, government and/or public-sector issues
• Exceptional writing, editing, interviewing and storytelling skills
• Proficiency in AI usage, particularly Microsoft Copilot
• Existing relationships with transportation, infrastructure, government, business or regional media outlets strongly preferred
• Agency, journalism or public affairs experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, English or a related field preferred