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Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions.\nThe Temp SVP, Communications will be a senior communications leader with exceptional written and verbal communication skills, a deep network of media and influencer relationships, sophisticated account management capabilities, and a proven track record of delivering earned media results for major brands.\nThis individual will serve as a senior strategic counselor to clients and internal teams, bringing a strong understanding of culture, consumer behavior and the evolving media landscape to develop communications strategies that build relevance, drive conversation and generate meaningful earned impact. The ideal candidate will have experience working at the intersection of technology and lifestyle, with the ability to translate product innovation and complex brand stories into compelling narratives that resonate with media, creators, tastemakers and consumers.\nEqually important, this leader will be an inspiring and collaborative team leader who develops talent, empowers those around them to succeed and creates the conditions for teams to deliver their best work.\nThis New York-based role will work closely across all interagency teams within UEG. If you’re interested in being part of a winning team and telling culturally relevant stories at the intersection of technology, innovation and lifestyle, we want to talk with you.\nResponsibilities include but are not limited to:\nServe as a senior strategic counselor to clients, providing proactive communications counsel and helping shape strategies that advance brand and business objectives.\nDevelop integrated communications and lifestyle strategies that drive earned coverage, create distinction and help brands break through with key media audiences and consumers.\nLead communications strategy around product launches, brand announcements, partnerships, cultural moments and other high-priority initiatives, generating buzz and meaningful earned coverage.\nTranslate product innovation, technology and broader brand stories into accessible, culturally relevant narratives that resonate beyond traditional category media.\nLeverage deep expertise in culture and communications to push clients into new creative storytelling territories, including partnerships and collaborations with musicians, designers, athletes, creators, tastemakers and emerging platforms.\nMaintain and leverage strong relationships with top-tier media, influencers, creators and cultural tastemakers to identify opportunities and drive earned results.\nProvide senior oversight across all aspects of account work, including trend analysis, message development, media strategy, pitch creation, event execution, measurement, story ideation and staffing.\nPartner closely with creative, strategy, experiential, social, creator and other integrated teams to develop ideas and programs that generate conversation and maximize earned impact.\nUse research, analytics, cultural intelligence and performance insights to strengthen communications strategies and provide informed recommendations to clients.\nAnticipate client challenges and opportunities, proactively bringing forward solutions and ideas that strengthen the client relationship and unlock opportunities for growth.\nProvide senior oversight and management of account financials, including budgets, staffing, time management, client billing and vendor invoicing.\nMaintain a high-performing, diverse, creative and cross-functional team focused on delivering best-in-class work.\nLead, coach and develop communications talent, providing clear direction, actionable feedback and opportunities for professional growth.\nFoster a collaborative and solutions-oriented team culture, ensuring teams are appropriately staffed, supported and positioned for success.\nSupport organic account growth by identifying new communications opportunities and capabilities that address evolving client needs.\nContribute to new business development through pitch meetings, brainstorms, idea generation, strategic development, staffing discussions and presentations.\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university, or 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The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.\nDJEH offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.\nDJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. 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