Director of Communications

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Shape and enhance Flashfood's external narrative and overall image through collaboration with press, creators, influencers, podcasts, NGOs, and various partners.

• Oversee Media Relations, Creator Relations, Government Affairs/NGO Outreach, Industry Relations, Internal Communications, and Social Impact initiatives.

• Collaborate with Marketing to create impactful brand campaigns and transform announcements into compelling storytelling opportunities.

• Work alongside Product and other teams to uncover storytelling avenues that propel the business forward.

• Design and implement an executive visibility strategy across media, industry events, and additional channels.

• Develop a continuous stream of consumer PR narratives for key opinion leaders and wider media attention.

• Establish and execute a Creator Relations strategy involving third-party creators and influencers.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with traditional and new-media press.

• Manage relationships with government bodies and NGOs to enhance Flashfood's brand and its impact on reducing food waste.

• Collaborate with the People team on the internal communications strategy.

• Lead the preparation and distribution of the annual Impact Report.

• Provide guidance and direction to Flashfood's PR agency.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive expertise in crafting corporate narratives for high-growth companies, preferably within consumer, tech, or marketplace-driven sectors.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Media Relations, Executive Visibility, Creator Relations, Government Affairs, Internal Communications, and Social Impact.

• Strong earned media background with a proven history of securing stories across various media outlets.

• Significant experience in earned media, influencer engagement, editorial, and event-driven communications.

• Excellent judgment in decision-making regarding high-stakes external activities.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to navigate uncertainty.

• Demonstrated capability to execute and achieve results in a dynamic environment.

• Effective communication and collaborative skills.

• High levels of ownership and accountability.

• Comfortable working across functions and managing competing priorities.

• Data-informed mindset, with the ability to define success, assess performance, and adapt based on outcomes.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package.

• 100% remote work with flexibility and trust.

• Mission-driven work focused on reducing food waste and increasing access to affordable food.

• A rapidly growing, collaborative team with ambitious goals.

• Genuine opportunities for career advancement.