CLEAR is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Communications to lead the strategic vision and execution of our communication goals. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in media relations, corporate & consumer communications, and crisis management. The Director of Communications will report directly to the SVP - Marketing, Brand & Communications and will play a key role in shaping CLEAR’s narrative and enhancing our brand reputation.
What you'll do:
- Develop and execute CLEAR’s comprehensive communications strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, serving as the primary spokesperson for media inquiries.
- Lead the drafting and distribution of press releases, media statements, and other communications materials, overseeing approval processes.
- Manage complex communications challenges and initiatives with poise and efficiency.
- Produce high-quality written content with a quick turnaround for various platforms and audiences.
How you'll measure success:
- Measure and enhance brand equity and trust through defined metrics.
- Track media impressions and coverage, evaluating effectiveness and impact.
- Monitor reputation metrics to gauge positive media sentiment and brand perception.
- Grow and engage followership across digital platforms, including LinkedIn.
- Implement and refine crisis management protocols, ensuring proactive management and mitigation strategies.
- Monitor internal communication effectiveness through engagement surveys and feedback mechanisms.
What you're great at:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in communications or public affairs, ideally within a high-growth technology or consumer-facing organization.
- Proven ability to deliver strategic communications counsel to senior executives.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Google Suite and other relevant communication tools.
- Experience managing and mentoring a team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Background in political campaign communications preferred, but not required.
How You'll be Rewarded:
At CLEAR we help YOU move forward - because when you’re at your best, we’re at our best. You’ll work with talented team members who are motivated by our mission of making experiences safer and easier. Our hybrid work environment provides flexibility. In our offices, you’ll enjoy benefits like meals and snacks. We invest in your well-being and learning & development with our stipend and reimbursement programs.
We offer holistic total rewards, including comprehensive healthcare plans, family building benefits (fertility and adoption/surrogacy support), flexible time off, free OneMedical memberships for you and your dependents, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match. The base salary range for this role is $170,000 - $190,000, depending on levels of skills and experience.
The base salary range represents the low and high end of CLEAR’s salary range for this position. Salaries will vary depending on various factors which include, but are not limited to location, education, skills, experience and performance. The range listed is just one component of CLEAR’s total compensation package for employees and other rewards may include annual bonuses, commission, Restricted Stock Units
About CLEAR
Have you ever had that green-light feeling? When you hit every green light and the day just feels like magic. CLEAR's mission is to create frictionless experiences where every day has that feeling. With more than 22+ million passionate members and hundreds of partners around the world, CLEAR’s identity platform is transforming the way people live, work, and travel. Whether it’s at the airport, stadium, or right on your phone, CLEAR connects you to the things that make you, you - unlocking easier, more secure, and more seamless experiences - making them all feel like magic.
CLEAR provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or protected needs. Please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, time off, extra breaks, making a change to the application process or work procedures, policy exceptions, providing documents in an alternative format, live captioning or using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
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What We Do
CLEAR makes your life safer, simpler, and more secure. At CLEAR, we’re working toward a future where you are your ID, enabling you to lead an unstoppable life. We’re always thinking about new applications that can be powered by biometrics, from checking into a doctor’s office to paying at checkout with a tap of your fingers.
Why Work With Us
We’re passionate, fearless, and re-imagining the future. We are looking for individuals who are indefatigable and have a bias for action. We care deeply and hold ourselves to high standards and, as a result, share feedback with radical candor to make CLEAR a great place for great people to thrive.
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