Director, Media +Influencer

We are looking for a Director, Media +Influencer to lead earned media strategy across traditional and emerging channels. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in earned media, strong understanding of alternative media ecosystems, and a specific interest in technology, the creator economy, and AI & culture.

Requirements

• 5+ years of earned media experience in an agency, in house or newsroom setting
• Proven media placements across national, lifestyle, or niche press—plus experience pitching podcasts, newsletters, or creator-journalists
• Strong understanding of alternative media ecosystems: Substack, Reddit, YouTube news, Podcast culture, Fandom, social publishers, etc.
• Curious, adaptive, and fluent in how conversations move across media, creators, and communities

Benefits

• A hybrid work environment with a home and office schedule (2+ days in the office per week) and work-from-anywhere weeks
• Comprehensive health benefits (healthcare, vision, dental, pet, home, and auto insurance)
• Generous time off policies (unlimited paid time off, wellness days, national holidays, summer Fridays)
• Four-week sabbatical every five years of employment
• Exceptional parental leave benefits
• Global mentorship and networking programs
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• 401k savings and employee stock purchase plan
• Volunteer hours (20 hours annually) for designated non-profit partners and personal choice
• Globally driven DEI initiatives (Employee Advocacy Groups, DEI committee)
• Career growth opportunities, such as Allison University (multi-day customized training for each level)