Vp, Communications (Interim) Jobs

The Guardian is a global news organization that delivers fearless, independent journalism. From breaking news and award-winning investigations, to in-depth coverage of technology, sports, film, culture and lifestyle, the Guardian offers a global view that deepens our audiences' understanding of America and the world.

Headquartered in New York City, Guardian US is an entirely digital operation that seeks to engage US readers by combining the Guardian's international coverage with US voices and expertise. Core coverage areas include the climate emergency, economic and racial inequality, digital privacy and much more. Guardian US launched in 2011 and today has bureaus in New York, Washington DC, New Orleans and Los Angeles. The Guardian is an independently owned, mission-driven organization, funded by readers around the globe.

It’s the talent, energy and commitment our people bring to The Guardian that make us who we are. Across our business we have some of the most creative thinkers in media and beyond: award winning journalists, cutting edge commercial teams, digital talent and more.

We are now looking for a Vice President, Communications (Interim). You’ll be responsible for leading our external and internal communications in the US. You’ll work with our editorial and business teams in the US, as well as our global communications team in London. The ideal candidate will be an experienced communications leader with a background in public relations at a media company.

Department: Communications
Reports to: Managing Director, US and Editor, US
Location: New York City
Terms and Conditions: Part Time, 25 hours per week, Minimum 3 month commitment required
Hybrid/Remote/In-Person: Hybrid, 2 partial days per week in our New York office as well as partial days working remotely. Flexibility on days worked during the week.
Salary range: $15,000-$17,000 monthly

About the role

• Lead a strategic communications plan to advance The Guardian’s brand identity in the US; broaden awareness of its programs and priorities; and increase the visibility of its programs across key stakeholder audiences.
• Serve as the US lead for our global communications group, working closely with the global team to develop and implement communications in the US.
• Develop and implement a plan to increase daily editorial promotion. Work with our reporters and editors to identify new opportunities to place our journalists in key media outlets. Build relationships with media organizations and successfully place our journalists in video, audio, and written opportunities.
• Work with our newsroom, business team, and human resources team to develop and implement communications strategies and initiatives.
• Implement company-wide communications plans, including internal executive communications, internal events, and other internal communications.

About you

• A minimum of 10 years of communications experience at a media company
• Relationships with key media outlets that align with the Guardian’s strategy and key editorial coverage areas
• Expertise in developing and executing strategic communications plans both externally and internally
• Track record of successfully placing journalists in media opportunities as experts in their fields and to highlight their journalism
• Demonstrated ability to work across cross-functional teams

The closing date for applications is 5/8/23.

How to Apply

We know there are great candidates who might not check all these boxes or who possess important skills we haven’t thought of. If that’s you, we encourage you to apply and tell us about yourself.

All candidates interested in applying should upload a resume and cover letter as one document.

Guardian News & Media is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, national origin or citizenship.

We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people at the Guardian. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future.