Director, Brand Communications

About the role

Dentsu Creative is looking for a Director, Brand Communications in New York to shape and amplify the Dentsu Creative brand across internal and external channels in the U.S. Reporting to the VP, Communications Lead, North America, the role develops integrated communications strategies that strengthen reputation, elevate thought leadership and client fame, and positions Dentsu Creative at the intersection of creativity, technology, culture and business transformation. It leads a team of two direct reports covering internal communications, brand communications and marketing programs.

Key responsibilities

• Shape and steward the brand narrative in partnership with leadership, keeping it consistent across channels and audiences
• Develop integrated communications strategies and amplify high-impact stories across clients, capabilities, culture, innovation and thought leadership
• Build executive thought leadership platforms through media, speaking opportunities, owned content and brand sponsorships
• Lead communications plans for announcements, campaigns, events and business moments, and manage media relations, messaging, press materials and media outreach
• Manage and support speaking engagements, awards and industry opportunities
• Partner on internal communications, including executive announcements, town halls and employee forums, and manage editorial planning and communications calendars
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to stakeholders, lead multiple initiatives at once, and foster cross-functional partnerships with marketing, social, creative, client and corporate teams
• Improve communications processes, planning and measurement, and lead the Dentsu Creative Marketing & Communications support team
• Act as the link between U.S. stakeholders and the Global Dentsu Creative communications team

Required profile

• 10+ years of communications experience, preferably in advertising, marketing, media or related fields
• Proven track record of integrated communications strategies spanning earned media, executive visibility, thought leadership, internal communications and brand storytelling
• Strong media relationships with advertising, marketing, business, technology and trade media
• Experience supporting executive communications and thought leadership initiatives
• Experience managing agency partners, communications initiatives and multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment

Required skills

• Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Copilot and communications/content management platforms

What we offer

• Annual salary range of $136,850-$160,000
• Medical, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401k, flexible paid time off, at least 15 paid holidays per year, paid sick and safe leave, and paid parental leave
• Hybrid work with regular in-person collaboration; some roles require 2-3 days per week in the office