Global Media Relations Director

For our client, we are seeking a Global Media Relations Director to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This role will lead external media relations strategy for a highly specialized technology organization, with a focus on building visibility, credibility, and clear market positioning. The Director will partner closely with executives, scientists, and external agencies to translate complex technical subject matter into compelling stories for key media audiences. This position also plays a central role in preparing spokespeople, managing message discipline, and supporting high-impact earned media opportunities across the business. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $148,000 – $222,000 annually Responsibilities Drive proactive pitching to secure high-impact media coverage across a range of outlets Oversee the daily activities and results of external agencies as part of the leadership team Serve as the primary communications partner for executives and top scientists, developing briefing materials and conducting media training Position internal subject matter experts for commentary and feature opportunities during key industry moments Collaborate with cross-functional teams to distill complex technical concepts into engaging narratives Write and edit high-quality external materials, including press releases and messaging playbooks Maintain the central repository for core media messaging to ensure consistency across communications Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a relevant scientific or technical field 8+ years in media relations or corporate communications, with 4+ years in a deep-tech or scientific industry Proven portfolio of securing impactful earned media placements in top-tier financial and technology publications Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to transform complex scientific data into clear narratives Extensive experience media-training C-suite executives and PhD-level Subject Matter Experts Ability to leverage technology, including AI tools, for drafting and monitoring communications Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans Matching 401(k) contributions Unlimited PTO and paid holidays Parental/adoption leave Legal insurance Home technology stipend Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.