Digital Director

Overview Unearth Digital Director - HYBRID, OFFICE IN SACRAMENTO As a Digital Director at Unearth, you’ll lead impactful public affairs campaigns and bring smart, strategic thinking to every stage of digital execution. You’ll work closely with clients, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the continued growth of our agency, both in the quality of our work and the strength of our partnerships. Who You Are: A senior-level professional with a deep understanding of public affairs and a strong command of digital tools and tactics. This is a hybrid position. You will work from our Sacramento office 3 days per week. Enjoy weekly team lunches and collaboration with a team of savvy digital public affairs professionals. Expectations & Core Activities Client Strategy & Execution: Lead digital public affairs campaigns from planning through delivery, ensuring exceptional quality, on-time execution, and satisfied clients. Relationship Building & Advising: Serve as a trusted partner to clients, offering strategic counsel, clear communication, and proactive problem-solving. Team Leadership & Development: Manage and mentor junior staff, delegate effectively, and foster a collaborative, growth-oriented team environment. Business Development & Innovation: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, shape proposals, and develop service offerings that showcase Unearth’s strengths. Process Improvement & Implementation: Design and implement systems that improve campaign delivery, team operations, and overall client experience. Desired Experience & Skills 6–10 years of experience in digital public affairs, campaigns, or related agency work. Expertise in digital strategy, advertising platforms, and audience targeting. Deep understanding of public affairs tools: polling, voter files, influencer targeting, grassroots outreach, etc. Exceptional communication skills—written, verbal, and presentation. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate across teams. Featured Benefits Compensation: $113,000 - $181,000 per year, commensurate with experience. Employer-sponsored premium healthcare, dental and vision plans for employee, spouse, and dependents with optional buy-ups 401k retirement plan with dollar-for-dollar employer matching up to 3% of base salary; and 50% employer match on deferrals between 3% and 5% of compensation Employer-paid group disability and life insurance Paid time off: Your birthday, 9 holidays, 20 vacation days, and 10 sick days per year Cell phone reimbursement of $75 per month, paid quarterly $1,000 annual professional development budget for approved trainings, memberships, events, and resources Paid parental leave based on tenure, starting with 12 weeks unpaid available immediately and increasing incrementally to 12 weeks of 100% net income after 4 years The Real Deal We’re a small, rapidly growing shop. Startup culture – we move fast, and we are versatile. It’s difficult work, and it’s not for everyone. Every team member balances multiple projects; in return, we offer dramatic professional growth. Unearth is a client service organization that works on campaigns which means the hours can occasionally require work in the early mornings, evenings, and weekends. If you think you are a good fit, submit your application using this link: #J-18808-Ljbffr