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About the role:
The Director of Media Strategy & Campaigns reports to the Managing Director of Communications & External Affairs partners with colleagues across Vera Institute and Vera Action to conceive and implement strategic campaigns, owns Vera's consistent presence in high-profile media and targeted local and regional outlets, shapes the Institute's messaging, and influences public conversation on Vera's issues.
1. Strategy development
- Set and execute media strategy to advance Vera Institute and Vera Action's priorities
- Strengthen a rapid response operation to activate around newsworthy moments on Vera's issues
- Track daily media coverage and public sentiment on Vera Institute and Vera Action's issues to continuously inform and shape campaign strategies
2. Messaging development
- Lead the drafting of talking points and messaging framework on Vera's priority issues and campaigns
- Oversee the development and distribution of talking points, press releases, pitches, memos, background briefings, fact sheets and other materials
- Partner with colleagues in Advocacy, Research, and Initiatives to build overall media and communications strategy
- Ensure staff are prepared for media and public appearances via formal media training and informal prep sessions
3. Media relations
- Cultivate, maintain, and expand relationships with journalists, producers, bloggers, and other influential media figures who regularly cover criminal justice and immigration issues
- Proactively pitch media engagements across print, digital, radio, podcast, TV, and new media
- Draft and place op-eds and LTEs bylined by internal spokespeople and partners
- Provide journalists and staff with concise, compelling messages and summaries
4. Effectively supervise the media team
- Train, mentor, give feedback, and evaluate media specialists; effectively assign workloads, set clear project deadlines, and hold team accountable for KPIs
- Foster collaborative culture that emphasizes independent problem solving; guide team in interpreting analytics and utilize tools to optimize campaigns and improve ROI
- ability to manage high-pressure situations, negotiate effectively internally and externally, and serve as a strong bridge between departments and partners
What qualifications are we looking for?
Required:
- At least 10 years of experience with successful track record of conceiving, developing, and executing innovative and effective strategies for engaging media at the national, regional, and local level for a government office or elected official
- At least 8 years of experience leading advocacy campaigns
- At least 5 years of experience as a supervisor managing at least 3 people
- Strong experience managing crisis communications
Preferred:
- Advanced degree a plus. In lieu of degree requirement, applicable work or life experience may be considered. Experience should include media, journalism, or public relations work, including significant experience supervising and managing media relations personnel as a director.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities you'll bring:
- Ability to work under tight deadlines, draft near-final copy, and adept at being able to adjust effectively in a fast-changing work environment.
- Excellent writer and communicator who can adeptly distill research into public facing messages and take storytelling to the next level
Location:
Please note this role will report to our Brooklyn, NY office. Vera employees adhere to a hybrid schedule and are in-office on an alternating schedule that generally amounts to 10 days per month.
Compensation and Benefits:
The compensation range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience and performance. The salary range listed is just one component of Vera Institute's total compensation package for employees. As an employer of choice in our field, supporting Vera staff - both personally and professionally - is a priority. To do this, we invest in the well-being of our staff through other rewards including merit pay, generous paid time off, a comprehensive health insurance plan, student loan repayment benefits, professional development training opportunities and up to $2,000 annual for education costs and fees relevant to Vera work, employer-funded retirement plan, and flexible time. To learn more about Vera's benefits offerings, click here.
Application Process:
Applications may also be faxed to:
ATTN: People, Place, and Culture / [JOBTITLE]
Vera Institute of Justice
34 35th St, Suite 4-2A, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Fax: (212) 941-9407
Please use only one method (online, mail or fax) of submission.
No phone calls, please. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Vera is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status.
Vera works to advance justice, particularly racial justice, in an increasingly multicultural country and globally connected world. We value diverse experiences, including with regard to educational background and justice system contact, and depend on a diverse staff to carry out our mission.
For more information about Vera, please visit www.vera.org.
About the role:
The Director of Media Strategy & Campaigns reports to the Managing Director of Communications & External Affairs partners with colleagues across Vera Institute and Vera Action to conceive and implement strategic campaigns, owns Vera's consistent presence in high-profile media and targeted local and regional outlets, shapes the Institute's messaging, and influences public conversation on Vera's issues.
1. Strategy development
- Set and execute media strategy to advance Vera Institute and Vera Action's priorities
- Strengthen a rapid response operation to activate around newsworthy moments on Vera's issues
- Track daily media coverage and public sentiment on Vera Institute and Vera Action's issues to continuously inform and shape campaign strategies
2. Messaging development
- Lead the drafting of talking points and messaging framework on Vera's priority issues and campaigns
- Oversee the development and distribution of talking points, press releases, pitches, memos, background briefings, fact sheets and other materials
- Partner with colleagues in Advocacy, Research, and Initiatives to build overall media and communications strategy
- Ensure staff are prepared for media and public appearances via formal media training and informal prep sessions
3. Media relations
- Cultivate, maintain, and expand relationships with journalists, producers, bloggers, and other influential media figures who regularly cover criminal justice and immigration issues
- Proactively pitch media engagements across print, digital, radio, podcast, TV, and new media
- Draft and place op-eds and LTEs bylined by internal spokespeople and partners
- Provide journalists and staff with concise, compelling messages and summaries
4. Effectively supervise the media team
- Train, mentor, give feedback, and evaluate media specialists; effectively assign workloads, set clear project deadlines, and hold team accountable for KPIs
- Foster collaborative culture that emphasizes independent problem solving; guide team in interpreting analytics and utilize tools to optimize campaigns and improve ROI
- ability to manage high-pressure situations, negotiate effectively internally and externally, and serve as a strong bridge between departments and partners
What qualifications are we looking for?
Required:
- At least 10 years of experience with successful track record of conceiving, developing, and executing innovative and effective strategies for engaging media at the national, regional, and local level for a government office or elected official
- At least 8 years of experience leading advocacy campaigns
- At least 5 years of experience as a supervisor managing at least 3 people
- Strong experience managing crisis communications
Preferred:
- Advanced degree a plus. In lieu of degree requirement, applicable work or life experience may be considered. Experience should include media, journalism, or public relations work, including significant experience supervising and managing media relations personnel as a director.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities you'll bring:
- Ability to work under tight deadlines, draft near-final copy, and adept at being able to adjust effectively in a fast-changing work environment.
- Excellent writer and communicator who can adeptly distill research into public facing messages and take storytelling to the next level
Location:
Please note this role will report to our Brooklyn, NY office. Vera employees adhere to a hybrid schedule and are in-office on an alternating schedule that generally amounts to 10 days per month.
Compensation and Benefits:
The compensation range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience and performance. The salary range listed is just one component of Vera Institute's total compensation package for employees. As an employer of choice in our field, supporting Vera staff - both personally and professionally - is a priority. To do this, we invest in the well-being of our staff through other rewards including merit pay, generous paid time off, a comprehensive health insurance plan, student loan repayment benefits, professional development training opportunities and up to $2,000 annual for education costs and fees relevant to Vera work, employer-funded retirement plan, and flexible time. To learn more about Vera's benefits offerings, click here.
Application Process:
Applications may also be faxed to:
ATTN: People, Place, and Culture / [JOBTITLE]
Vera Institute of Justice
34 35th St, Suite 4-2A, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Fax: (212) 941-9407
Please use only one method (online, mail or fax) of submission.
No phone calls, please. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Vera is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status.
Vera works to advance justice, particularly racial justice, in an increasingly multicultural country and globally connected world. We value diverse experiences, including with regard to educational background and justice system contact, and depend on a diverse staff to carry out our mission.
For more information about Vera, please visit www.vera.org.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in media director jobs.
- 7 or more years of experience in media planning, buying, or strategy
- Proven leadership of a media team or agency group
- Expertise in paid digital channels including search, social, and programmatic
- Experience managing significant annual media budgets
- Proficiency with media measurement and analytics platforms such as Nielsen, Comscore, or DCM
- Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, advertising, or a related field
Tips for Your Media Director Job Search
Quantify campaign results on your resume
Media directors are hired on outcomes, not responsibilities. Swap vague descriptions for numbers that show scale: budget owned, audience reach, or measurable lift in brand or performance metrics from campaigns you led.
Tailor your portfolio to the channel mix
Agencies want evidence of cross-channel thinking, while in-house roles often want depth in one area like digital or linear. Review the job description and lead your portfolio with the media mix that matches what that employer actually buys.
Target listings by company revenue stage
A media director at a growth-stage brand owns a different scope than one at a Fortune 500. Look at headcount, funding stage, or revenue signals in the listing to judge whether the role matches the level of autonomy you want.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists media director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a media plan walkthrough for interviews
Many media director interviews include a live case or take-home brief. Practice walking through a channel strategy decision out loud, including how you set priorities, allocate budget, and measure success, so you can do it fluently under pressure.
Negotiate scope before accepting the offer
Title alone doesn't define the role. Before you accept, confirm what budget you'll own, which channels are in scope, and whether you'll have direct reports, since those factors determine whether the job actually matches what you're stepping into.
Media Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most media directors?
The companies hiring the most media directors right now include Vail Resorts, Syneos Health Commercial Solutions, and サイネオス・ヘルス, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Both independent agencies and large in-house brand teams tend to hire at this level consistently throughout the year.
How many media director jobs are remote?
About 70% of media director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects a meaningful share of the market. Roles focused on digital and programmatic media tend to have the highest remote availability, while positions tied to broadcast, out-of-home, or agency account management more often require an on-site or hybrid presence.
How do you become a media director?
Most media directors move up through media planning or buying roles, building channel expertise before taking on team leadership. Start by developing deep competency in at least one media discipline, then take on campaign ownership and junior staff management where possible. Moving across agency and in-house environments broadens your strategic perspective, which most director-level roles expect.
Can you get hired as a media director with limited experience?
It's uncommon to step directly into a media director title without significant channel experience, but some paths accelerate the timeline. Rising through a fast-growing startup or agency where you owned disproportionate responsibility can substitute for years of gradual advancement. Demonstrating measurable campaign outcomes and some people management, even informal, closes the gap faster than tenure alone.
What does the media director interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen, followed by interviews with a VP of marketing, CMO, or agency group director depending on the company structure. Most employers include a strategic exercise, either a take-home media brief or a live case, where you present channel recommendations and budget rationale. Final rounds often include a presentation to senior stakeholders or a cross-functional panel.
Where can I find and apply to media director jobs?
You can find and apply to media director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and channel focus, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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