Strategic Communications Leader for Canadian Technology Brands

1 week ago


Old Toronto, Canada Tbwa ChiatDay Inc Full time

Hill & Knowlton is a strategic partner driving breakthrough opportunities for growth and value creation. As a full-service global firm, we provide communication, marketing and corporate affairs solutions distinguished by intelligence and creativity.

Director of Earned Media

We are seeking an experienced Director to lead our work with leading technology, financial and professional services brands in Canada. As part of the H&K Toronto team, you will be responsible for key account leadership, focusing on earned media strategy and campaigns.

The ideal candidate will have proven strategic communications experience, strong media relationships, project management skills, and expertise in providing counsel to clients on the Canadian media landscape.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as day-to-day client lead for several high-profile accounts
  • Provide strategic counsel demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the Canadian media landscape and its impact on business
  • Manage numerous projects, particularly earned media campaigns
  • Maintain top-tier media relationships across broadcast, print, online, and new media formats, with a strong perspective on earning media coverage
  • Lead mentorship and coaching for junior team members, focusing on building media relations skills
  • Anticipate client needs and issues, troubleshoot problems as an active listener and fearless counselor
  • Promote a positive, team-oriented attitude and genuine interest in learning and building a motivated team
  • Manage account financials and contribute to driving growth and profitability
  • Effectively articulate ideas to clients, colleagues, and others using strong communication and presentation skills
Requirements
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience in corporate communications, media relations, or journalism
  • In-depth knowledge of the Canadian media landscape and established relationships with journalists
  • Nuanced understanding of what media wants in a story
  • An excellent track record providing strategic counsel and leading media relations campaigns
  • Ability to work independently, drive work forward proactively, and provide counsel to senior executives
  • Experience mentoring staff and leading local and national teams towards common objectives
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with ability to identify new business opportunities
  • Experience working with technology, financial, and professional services companies would be an asset
  • PR agency experience would also be beneficial
Benefits and Opportunities
  • Chance to develop your career within a full-service, internationally networked communications consultancy
  • Work on, shape, and deliver campaigns for some of the world's biggest companies and most exciting brands
  • Access to a global network of specialist communicators working with leading brands and clients
  • Competitive compensation package including salary range: $120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on experience
  • Comprehensive health benefits package, paid time off, schedule flexibility, wellness reimbursement, and more
  • Opportunity to develop as a leader, both mentoring junior employees and learning from industry experts
  • Passionate, smart, fun, and creative culture
  • Hybrid work environment with a beautiful new office at the Waterfront Innovation Centre


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