Sr Director, External Communications

Job description

The Senior Director of External Communications will lead the strategy and execution of Learning Care’s external communications efforts to strengthen and protect the company’s reputation among families, educators, policymakers, industry leaders, and the media. This role will oversee earned media, thought leadership, executive communications, crisis management, corporate giving, and corporate communications, ensuring a cohesive and compelling narrative that advances business objectives and reinforces Learning Care’s position as a trusted leader in early childhood education. The ideal candidate brings deep experience building and nurturing earned media relationships, elevating executive voices, and driving both thought leadership and consumer-facing communications strategies. Essential Functions: Earned Media & Media Relations - Develop and execute a proactive earned media strategy that increases positive national and regional coverage. - Build, maintain, and deepen relationships with key journalists, editors, producers, and influencers across consumer, education, business, and trade media. - Identify and pitch compelling stories that highlight Learning Care's impact, innovation, and...