Director of Communications Media/Consumer Products

Location: Onsite – New York, NY 10036 / Los Angeles, CA 90038. Duration: 06 Months (Extension/Conversion will be based on performance). Interviews - Hiring Manager will review resume, then conduct 1st round, then request writing sample, then schedule 2nd round to discuss sample/case study and final evaluation.

About the role

We are seeking a Director, Communications to lead global communications and publicity for a growing consumer products and experiences portfolio. This role will develop and execute strategic communications programs across consumer, trade, lifestyle, and business media, while managing high-profile launches, events, partnerships, and reactive communications. The ideal candidate is a senior communications professional with strong media relationships, excellent writing skills, executive presence, and proven end-to-end campaign ownership.

Requirements

• 10+ years of communications, or publicity experience
• Proven experience in consumer products, consumer experiences, licensing, CPG, hospitality, theme parks, live entertainment, or similar industries
• Strong relationships with consumer/lifestyle, entertainment/licensing trade, and business media
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven experience developing and executing global communications/Product strategies
• Strong press pitching and press release development experience
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with senior leaders, partners, agencies, and internal teams
• Strong strategic thinking, executive presence, and end-to-end project ownership

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global internal and external communications strategies
• Lead integrated Product campaigns across consumer, trade, print, digital, TV, podcasts, and other media
• Build and maintain relationships with key journalists and media outlets
• Identify and pitch proactive storytelling opportunities around products, franchises, partnerships, and experiences
• Manage communications for product launches, media events, trade shows, and seasonal campaigns
• Write and oversee press releases, media pitches, messaging, talking points, and executive communications
• Serve as a communications partner to internal teams, business leaders, licensees, and external partners
• Manage reactive media inquiries while maintaining a proactive communications pipeline
• Own communications projects end-to-end, from strategy and planning through execution and measurement
• Maintain media lists, track coverage, and evaluate campaign performance
• Collaborate with broader communications and cross-functional teams on high-priority initiatives

Benefits

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• long-term disability insurance
• short-term disability insurance
• paid parking/public transportation
• paid time
• paid sick and safe time
• hours of paid vacation time
• weeks of paid parental leave
• paid holidays annually - AS Applicable

Pay

Pay Range: ($95 - $100) on an hourly basis