MIT RESOURCE

Director of Public Relations permanent position at Portland OR

Portland, OR, United States · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$10k-$15kDetected 4165 days ago

Brand Strategy

About the role

• Client products are diverse in thermal imaging and other detection technologies, and so are the markets they sell to. Client is looking for a rock star Director of Public Relations who will design and implement an overall public relations strategy that will help make our client a household name.
• The Director of PR is a new position that involves equal parts "big picture strategy" and "nuts and bolts" implementation. In other words, you will need to be a thought leader who can mind the details. And because it's a new role, this could be your chance to build your dream job.

Develop and coordinate internal and external public relations strategies in support of six distinct business lines
Develop high impact media campaigns, especially in support of international product launches
Manage your department budget and work schedules
Oversee and champion client's social media activities, collaborating with internal support staff

Prior experience in a PR role within a global company, preferably a high tech or manufacturing company that markets to consumers.
15 years relevant experience, including experience in PR implementation and proven ability managing domestic and international projects.
Excellent interpersonal skills. ability to work with executives across diverse groups and translate complex concepts into clear, concise and compelling messages for the media.
You are a collaborative, team player with a high degree of initiative, drive, accountability, judgment, and flexibility
Please help pass along to colleagues or associates below position who are looking for new role if you are not available.

Client products are diverse in thermal imaging and other detection technologies, and so are the markets they sell to.
The Director of PR is a new position that involves equal parts "big picture strategy" and "nuts and bolts" implementation.
In other words, you will need to be a thought leader who can mind the details.
Client is a technology company, so you will ideally have a background working in the tech space.
We don't expect you to know thermal science up front, but you'll need to be a quick study.
Client will launch multiple products every year, and are expanding their reach into consumer markets.

You are an experienced PR professional with strong knowledge and relationships with key media
You ideally have combination of agency and in-house experience (but especially in-house)
You have managed the PR campaigns of major product launches-from preparing media kits to orchestrating press events
You are an outstanding writer, editor and grammar cop (Knowledge of AP Style is a plus)
You are undaunted at the thought of explaining thermal technology accurately and authoritatively on the spot without notes
You have demonstrated experience managing and inspiring small teams of employees who would say good things about you
You are eager to travel domestically and internationally-up to 50 percent of the time
You are adept at working with journalists, editors, and bloggers working on deadline
Desired Experience:
Bachelor's degree or higher.
Proven effectiveness in developing and executing media plans.
Proficient in measuring and reporting on the progress of public relations initiatives against goals.

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