Director, Global Communications
- Pay
- $130,000 – $150,000 per year
- Location
- Universal City, CA
- Listed
- 3 days ago
About the role
The Director, Global Communications will serve as a strategic communications leader supporting Universal Film's corporate communications and media relations efforts. Partnering closely with senior communications leaders and stakeholders across the division distribution, home entertainment and film labels, this role will help shape and execute communication strategies that elevate the organization's reputation, business priorities, and executive visibility.
The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with strong execution, anticipating opportunities and challenges while delivering measurable impact. They are equally comfortable developing communications strategies, counseling stakeholders, managing complex issues, and driving alignment across a matrixed organization.
Strategic Communications & Media Relations
- Develop and execute strategic communications programs that support Universal Film's business priorities
- Monitor industry, competitive, and cultural trends, identifying opportunities and risks that may impact the organization
- Partner with business leaders to proactively develop communications strategies that connect business priorities to broader NBCUniversal objectives
- Contribute thought leadership ideas, storytelling opportunities, and innovative communications approaches that strengthen visibility and engagement
Execution & Impact
- Serve as lead on division priorities including coordination across the enterprise including Government Affairs, Legal, MPA, HR, Global TV Distribution, Film Music, Talent Development, AI and Innovation
- Collaborate and coordinate editorials and issues with Focus, DreamWorks and Universal Theatrical Group
- Draft and oversee communications materials, including press releases, messaging documents, presentations, and executive communications
- Serve as support and partner with the lead for other media relations efforts, including box office reporting, transactional communications, executive visibility initiatives
- Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of quality, responsiveness, and follow-through
- Maintain and update team calendar of initiatives including speaking engagements, awards submissions, editorial and event calendars
- Oversee and coordinate industry coverage reports for team, including key financial events like earnings and investor conferences
- Manage media lists and media list databases with a focus on updating in real-time to keep the team informed in a timely manner of all reporter and outlet changes
Collaboration & Leadership
- Influence and align stakeholders around communications strategies and shared objectives
- Coach and develop junior team members while contributing to a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning
- Exercise sound judgment and discretion when managing sensitive business issues
- Demonstrate adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
- Seek opportunities to continuously evolve communications capabilities and elevate business impact
Basic Requirements
- 7+ years of communications, media relations, public relations, or related experience
- Bachelor's degree in business, communications or journalism preferred
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing complex communications strategies
- Solid business acumen and ability to connect communications initiatives to organizational priorities
Desired Characteristics
- Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at multiple levels
- Exceptional writing, messaging, presentation, and storytelling skills
- Experience managing high-profile projects, issues, or corporate reputation initiatives
- Solid collaborator who thrives in highly matrixed and fast-paced environments
- Demonstrated ability to develop talent and contribute to strong team culture
- Entertainment, media, studio, agency, or related industry experience preferred
Additional information
Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the Universal City, CA office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
Pay and benefits
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range:$130,000-150,000 bonus and long-term incentive eligible
About the Company
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences.
We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service.
We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood.
NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to.
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