Director, Public Affairs

Story Partners – Director of Public Affairs Role

Story Partners, a leading public affairs firm in Washington, D.C., is seeking a director to develop and implement strategic public affairs campaigns on behalf of our clients. This role calls for a dynamic public affairs professional with a broad skill set who has the ability to multitask and work across a range of client accounts, handling many of the day-to-day deliverables. The successful candidate will have 5-7 years of public affairs experience, with at least 3-4 years at a public relations agency. Story Partners is a hybrid work environment offering flexibility and balance of working from home and going into the office.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute integrated public affairs campaigns that include media relations, grassroots advocacy, digital and social media, events, executive positioning, and thought leadership.
• Prioritize client accounts by engaging regularly with client contacts, handling many of the day-to-day deliverables, and consistently pursuing impactful, innovative, and creative strategies.
• Draft a wide range of high-quality communications materials, including opinion pieces, press releases, newsletter content, fact sheets, website, and advertising copy.
• Develop and implement tailored earned media strategies and generate media placements on behalf of clients.
• Demonstrate strong event management skills with the ability to plan and execute high-profile events, such as press conferences, forums, and salon dinners.
• Leverage a deep understanding of the social media landscape and digital advertising strategies to drive client outcomes.
• Participate in business development opportunities such as idea generation, building campaign strategies, and drafting proposals and presentations.
• Manage and liaise with external vendors, such as media buyers and photographers.
• Collaborate with all members of the Story Partners team to support client accounts.

Qualifications

• At least five years of public affairs experience in Washington, D.C., including three to four years at a public relations agency; Capitol Hill experience is a plus but not required.
• A passion for providing outstanding client service.
• Strong writing skills with a persuasive writing portfolio.
• Prior experience implementing social media and digital advertising strategies, pitching media, generating media placements, and planning and executing events.
• Excellent project and team management skills with an ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented team player and self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree.

This is an excellent growth opportunity for an ambitious team player with a solid record of achievement in public affairs. Story Partners offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, and opportunities for professional development. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to [email protected].