Vice President

Vice President, Public RelationsWeber Shandwick is seeking a curious, ambitious and culturally savvy Vice President to join our team in Washington, D.C. The right candidate will lead high-profile client assignments that require proven experience in corporate reputation, executive positioning, stakeholder engagement, and integrated media expertise. The ideal candidate is a seasoned team leader and media strategist who understands the complexity of today's business world and has a passion for creating communications strategies that make a real-world impact. They bring a proven track record of delivering effective integrated media campaigns and experience thriving on high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have experience working with corporations across multiple sectors – experience in retail, technology, consumer lifestyle and hospitality sectors is particularly relevant.This position will be based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid schedule.About you: You live for a great story and have the strategic savvy to shape and deliver stories to multiple audiences across media platforms. With deep knowledge of top-tier business and lifestyle outlets, you know how to get stories placed — and noticed. You move seamlessly between legacy media and emerging platforms like Substack, podcasts, and content creators. Fluent in internet culture and always ahead of the trends, you know what's hot, what's next, and how to help organizations break through. You're a strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced environments and knows how to manage multi-faceted, integrated campaigns without missing a beat. You bring structure to ambiguity, all while juggling deadlines, media moments, and client needs with calm confidence. You're immersed in media and culture and know how to turn insights into earned impact. A creative storyteller and collaborative partner, you bring curiosity, originality, and drive to everything you do. Ready to drive high-impact communications? Let's talk.Responsibilities:Shape and execute integrated communications strategies in partnership with agency and client teamsCounsel and interact effectively with clients and leaders at client organizationsBuild and maintain excellent relationships with top-tier media across business, national/local broadcast, multicultural and lifestyle verticalsImmersed in the media and cultural landscape, as well as emerging issues that may impact clients directly or indirectlyApproach client work with curiosity — always seeking to understand the brand, its competitors, and the broader industry contextProactively and reactively craft compelling, newsworthy stories that drive earned coverageDevelop strategic, earned-first plans and write high-quality media materials, including pitches, press releases, and messaging documentsDeliver consistently high-caliber work with a client-first mindset and sharp attention to detailCollaborate with agency and inter-agency partners, serving as a key contributor across teams to drive alignment and deliver cohesive, large-scale campaign workMentor and develop junior team members through hands-on guidance, feedback, and professional developmentCultivate and participate in new business opportunities and pitchesCompetencies:Business Acumen – accelerate work to meet client and agency objectivesClient Service – build trust and deliver results across engagementsProactivity – exhibit relentless pursuit for new and innovative ideasCollaboration – build strong, high-impact relationships that deliver resultsCritical Thinking – ask probing questions; anticipate and address gaps and needsConflict Resolution – possess sound judgment and savvy in navigating and resolving issuesFuture-Forward – curious and engaged in AI as tool to enhance work and impactBasic Qualifications:9-12 years of experienceExperience leading integrated teams that collaborate effectively and deliver high-impact outcomesExperience leading integrated media projects from start to finish, working with teams across various disciplinesRobust earned strategy and media relations experienceExperience providing counsel to senior leadersBachelor's degreeWeber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.Salary Range: $119,000 USD – $155,000 USD Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.