Senior Media Relations Consultant

Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY):12/08/2025Worker Type:PermanentLanguage(s) Required:EnglishTerm Duration (in months):Salary Range (plus eligible to receive a performance based incentive, applicable to position) :$92,310 - $124,890Media relations expertise rewardedAre you a skilled communicator with media relations expertise, including in-depth knowledge of the national media landscape?We’re looking for an experienced consultant who knows all about reputation management and media engagement – and is excited to advocate for FCC and the agriculture and food industry.As a Senior Media Relations Consultant, you’ll expertly turn input from subject matter experts into key messages, crafting clear external materials for a diverse group of leaders and frontline staff across the company, helping tell the story of FCC in a way that engages, informs and inspires.This role is a great fit for a high-performing external communications professional with experience in public relations and leading and managing communications projects. Proven experience in planning and implementing media strategies and tactics is essential, as are expert skills in managing emerging issues. A background in journalism would be considered an asset.What you’ll doBuild relationships with journalists and serve as a spokesperson to respond to media inquiriesPrepare spokespeople, including senior executives, for media interviewsPrepare key messages, briefing notes, communications plans and more to support corporate initiativesProvide expert consultation and support for strategies and tactics to engage persuasively with media, industry stakeholders and customersPartner with colleagues within the Brand and Communications team to explore ways to strengthen FCC’s reputationCreate and implement communication campaignsDevelop partnerships throughout the organizationExplore earned-media communication opportunities that complement our paid and social media activitiesUse media scanning and networking to provide proactive insight on issues of the dayMeasure and evaluate our media relations programWhat we’re looking forAn expert communicator and relationship-builder with strong problem-solving skillsA collaborative team member committed to helping others succeedA strategic thinker with professional-calibre writing and editing abilitiesAn energetic multi-tasker with an in-depth understanding of communication principles and best practicesWhat you’ll needA bachelor’s degree in journalism, English or communication and at least six years of experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)Senior-level communication consulting experience with a focus on influencing others, building relationships and aligning diverse opinionsExperience in journalism is an assetGeneral knowledge of Canadian agriculture or finance is an assetBilingualism (French and English) is an assetYou belong hereAt FCC, we’re committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace – one that reflects the communities where we live, work and play. Our team is made stronger through diversity, and we’re dedicated to building a workforce that brings together a range of backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. We encourage qualified applicants to apply, including members of these four employment equity groups: • Indigenous Peoples • Members of visible minority groups • Persons with disabilities • Women Accessibility and accommodations To support an inclusive and accessible candidate experience, we encourage anyone needing an adjustment or accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process to email us at: -fac.ca. An HR partner will respond and work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation. Information received in relation to accommodation requests will not impact hiring decisions.