Executive Director, Government Communications

Executive Director, Government Communications

The Executive Director, Government Communications is responsible for shaping and executing high-impact strategic communications related to federal legislative, regulatory, and public policy initiatives. This role will play a critical role in shaping the company's public narrative around key policy issues while strengthening Comcast's reputation among policymakers, regulators, media, and opinion leaders in Washington, D.C.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the development of strategic communications plans supporting Comcast's federal legislative, regulatory and public policy priorities in Washington, D.C.
• Translate complex public policy and regulatory issues into accessible, compelling messages for policymakers, the media, and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and execute thought leadership strategy and prepare executives and subject matter experts for external engagements, media interviews, and industry events.
• Draft written materials including press statements, talking points, op-eds, and policy narratives that align with company goals.
• Serve as a communications advisor to provide federal government affairs executives with messaging guidance.
• Develop and implement crisis and rapid response communications related to legislative or regulatory developments.
• Cultivate strong relationships with national, political, and policy journalists; ensure company positions are represented accurately and effectively in media coverage.
• Oversee earned media strategies targeting Washington and Beltway outlets, as well as trade and business publications.
• Collaborate with digital team to create multi-media content that clearly communicates company policy positions.
• Advise on digital media strategy and content for policy and stakeholder audiences.
• Coordinate with external agencies to deliver integrated campaigns.
• Partner with state and local government communications team to ensure message consistency and unified brand voice.
• Establish success metrics and regularly report on communications outcomes.
• Internal communications support as needed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Prior Professional Experience & Qualifications

Employees at all levels are expected to :

Skills

Communications Strategy, Government Communications, Public Affairs

Compensation

Primary Location Pay Range : $187,771.09 - $281,656.64

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees.

Education

Bachelor's Degree While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Certifications (if applicable)

Relevant Work Experience

10 Years + Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.