Bertelsmann Foundation seeks communications director
WalterLane is pleased to announce it is leading the search for the Communications Director in the Washington, D.C., office of the Bertelsmann Foundation.
The foundation’s work focuses on the trans-Atlantic partnerships and new foreign-policy challenges, with an emphasis on the impact of the financial crisis on U.S. and European economic and social policy.
As the communications director, you will be responsible for all media outreach including oversight of the editing and production of all written materials, the foundation’s online presence, and all social media. You will work with staff to improve writing skills, hone interview skills and prepare for media inquiries. You will handle all branding and marketing at conferences and other events.
About you:
- Eight to 10 years of relevant experience in journalism and/or communications
- Strong experience with print, broadcast, and social media
- Solid knowledge of European and trans-Atlantic affairs
- Established relationships with U.S. and international media
- Exceptional writing, editing and communication skills
- Thrive in a creative atmosphere where brainstorming is the norm and new ideas are encouraged
- Enjoy working in a small, team-oriented environment
- Have business-savvy and experience working with high-level government and corporate officials
- Have an out-going personality who enjoys networking
- Must be U.S. citizen or have permanent working papers
More about the position:
- You will have the opportunity to design the role around your interests and strengths, and work on developing a new concept for the communications department
- You will work closely with the communications team based in the organization’s German headquarters
- You will be responsible for writing the internal newsletter and overseeing the foundation’s contributions to German-language publications, as well as ensuring the writing quality of the foundation’s materials and will be the last to review materials
- You will manage relevant external vendors including graphic designer, website designer, photographers and videographers
Please submit resume or direct inquiries to:
Abbe Walter
President
WalterLane, Inc.
(202)659-4800
[email protected]
www.walterlaneinc.com