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TorchLight

Head of Communications

TorchLight, New York, New York, us, 10261


Seeking NY-Metro based Head of Communications with high degree of fashion, lifestyle, and spirits experience across culturally relevant brands

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Head of Communications

for an award-winning global integrated communications agency. The successful individual will devise strategic brand communications strategies, highlighting a portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands across fashion and spirits categories. This individual must be strategic, culturally savvy, possess a solid network in the New York metro area, and have significant leadership and media skills. Candidates should have a deep understanding of the global media landscape, be adept in pitching and securing high-impact placements, and can provide strategic influence across clients and teams.

Location: Candidates must be based in the NY Metropolitan area. U.S. citizenship or a permanent residency card in the U.S. is required to be an eligible candidate for this opportunity.

Employment: This is a full-time, Direct Hire opportunity, offering a flexible work schedule with work-from-home (WFH) options.

Role Responsibilities: Lead the strategic development of communications strategies for multiple lifestyle accounts within the fashion & spirits portfolio. Oversee the development of news-worthy pitches, content and media angles that generate coverage in traditional, digital and social media platforms. Deliver expert counsel and strategy across client portfolios. Provide clear direction and mentorship for mid-level leaders. Oversee earned and paid media approach leveraging deep industry network of media, influencers, and cultural leaders. Participate in senior leadership team setting tone and business direction. Identify new client opportunities for agency growth through a network of industry contacts. Evaluate and report on media measurement efforts, ensuring campaigns meet objectives. Stay updated on industry trends informing fresh, forward-thinking strategies. Skills and Experience: 12-15+ years of lifestyle communications experience in an agency setting; candidates without agency experience WILL NOT be considered. Proven track record of delivering successful lifestyle integrated communications campaigns, particularly in the fashion and spirits categories. Experience working with mainstream media, social media, and national media event coordination. Demonstrative experience coaching, leading, and managing others. Excellent public speaking, writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. Sophisticated understanding of consumer and cultural trends. Strategic thinking abilities, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work in a high-paced, rapidly changing environment. Adept at business development and account management.

Salary:

$180k-$200k, depending upon experience

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