Director, Public Relations

Role Overview 

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Global Communications, the Director, Public Relations will help lead Fortune’s PR strategy and execution across the full portfolio of Fortune Media brands, products, and experiences. This leader will work with SVP Global Comms to serve as primary steward of Fortune’s reputation, driving proactive media visibility, managing reputational issues for the brand and personnel, and me a trusted ambassador of the brand both internally and externally.  

The ideal candidate for this role thinks strategically and executes swiftly, works in collaboration with multiple teams, is deeply connected in the media ecosystem, comfortable in fast-moving news environment, and confident handling sensitive, high-profile matters.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and own integrated publicity and media relations strategies that elevate Fortune’s editorial franchises, and its talent, conferences, commercial products, and advertising partnerships. 

• Partner closely with Fortune newsroom and editorial teams, marketing, Fortune lists and rankings, Fortune Live Media, Fortune Video, and sales teams to ensure PR campaigns are aligned with business objectives and brand positioning. 

• Come to the role with established strong relationships and contact lists with key (top tier) media outlets. Demonstrated track record of managing and growing a targeted media contact list and securing coverage in priority and or closely followed outlets. 

• Lead PR strategy and execution for company events (editorial and branded), including pre-event promotion, on-site press management, and post-event coverage. 

• Manage press attendance and engagement at all Fortune events and conferences, ensuring a seamless experience for journalists.  

• Monitor and analyze media coverage, industry trends, and competitive positioning; translate insights into actionable recommendations and regular reporting to internal stakeholders. 

• Create and manage an annual PR roadmap, including budgets, timelines, measurement plans, and when needed oversight of external PR agencies. 

• Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, media advisories, statements, and other external communications in Fortune’s editorial voice. 

• Proactively pitch Fortune’s editorial content, franchises, rankings, and leadership perspectives to print, digital, audio, and broadcast outlets. 

• Manage all press engagements and appearances for Fortune executives, from briefings and interviews to panels and broadcast opportunities. 

• Serve as a key spokesperson for Fortune Media when appropriate, while preparing and coaching executives and subject-matter experts for media interactions. 

• Respond to inbound media inquiries and coordinate with internal partners to ensure timely, accurate, and aligned messaging. 

• Build and maintain a robust crisis and issues management framework, including scenario planning, rapid-response protocols, and alignment with executive leadership. 

Qualifications 

• 8+ years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or media relations roles, ideally within business journalism, media, or financial services. 

• Writes well, speaks well, has a sense of humor, and the ability to simplify complex topics and tailor messages for diverse audiences. 

• Demonstrated ability to work across departments, and able to build strong, trusted relationships with senior leaders and colleagues anywhere in the company and on a global basis. 

• Deep interest in global business, purpose-led companies, and leadership trends, with a strong news instinct and understanding of the media landscape. 

• Proven experience managing multi-channel media relations (online, broadcast and streaming video, and print), including a track record of securing high-impact coverage in A-level media, but as well in crucial tech-media-marketing trade media outlets. 

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, and deliver against deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills, including comfort using data and media analytics tools to inform strategy and measure impact. 

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality in all communications. 

• Experience overseeing external PR partners or agencies, and vendors such as PR Newswire and Getty Images, including budget and performance management. 

• Ability to perform effectively under pressure, especially in time-sensitive or high-visibility moments. 

A Few Of Fortune’s Perks And Benefits

• 20 vacation days and 2 personal days on top of 11 company holidays and an honor-based sick leave policy

• Health, dental, and vision coverage (90% paid for individuals and families), along with flexible spending accounts where Fortune contributes to your HSA

• 401(k) plan

• Generous parental leave

• Dependent care, commuter, and cell phone benefits

• Tuition reimbursement program

• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture

Location: This role is based in New York City with a largely in-office work arrangement; candidates must be able to commute regularly to our headquarters in Lower Manhattan. Specific in-office expectations will be communicated during the interview process in line with Fortune’s evolving workplace practices. 

Salary Range: The annual base salary will range between $150,000 to $165,000, with eligibility for bonus compensation. Actual compensation may vary based on experience and other factors. 

About Fortune

At Fortune Media, our mission is to change the world by making business better. We achieve that by providing trusted information, great storytelling, rigorous benchmarking and world-class community building. And our key values are humility, ownership, and transparency.

The policy of Fortune Media is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Fortune Media affirmatively seeks to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity and values diversity and inclusion.