[Hiring] Director of Communications @Flock

Role Description

We’re looking for a seasoned, pressure tested strategic communications leader to own our Washington DC + policy narrative. This role requires someone who knows the reporters, understands how congressional actions become media stories, and can help us prepare before those stories land.

• Build relationships with Beltway reporters.
• Own regular outreach to relevant reporters at POLITICO, Semafor, Axios, Puck, and Punchbowl.
• Prepare for congressional scrutiny.
• Connect policy developments to communications.
• Handle the daily execution.
• Collaborate closely with Government Affairs and Legal.

You will report into the VP of Communications. This role is a senior, high visibility individual contributor role - you will manage external resources and agencies to help you. You will also potentially flex into non-DC focused work, including crisis, corporate, and product communications – as needed.

What This Role is Not

• Not a pure corporate mouthpiece: We don't do fluff or overly polished corporate speak; you must deliver clear, transparent, and high-impact messaging.
• Not a passive reactive role: You won't just respond to press inquiries; you are expected to aggressively shape the narrative before others write it for us.
• Not a hands-off delegate-only position: We operate with a high bias for action; you will write, strategize, and execute alongside your team.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of communications, media relations, or PR leadership experience, with a heavy focus on DC, congressional issues + hearings, and policy communications.
• Strong executive presence with experience media training and advising C-suite leaders.
• Strong existing relationships with DC and Beltway press.

Compensation

In this role, you'll receive a starting salary between $182,300 and $243,000 as well as Flock Stock Options. Flock does not offer performance bonuses. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education/training, as well as market indicators.

Benefits

• Hub-based roles mean real in-person time with your coworkers.
• Remote roles exist, and when a posting is open to remote work, it says so.
• Flock is an equal opportunity employer, and we know the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills working together with mutual respect.