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Director

Description


Rational 360 is seeking a Director to join our dynamic team, with a focus on strategic communications and public affairs. This role will manage the day-to day on several client accounts and contribute to internal teams. Candidates must have at least 4-8 years of prior public relations or communications experience and ideally will have experience in public affairs or corporate communications. Candidates must possess strong writing and project management skills, and be eager to work in a fast-paced environment, and able to manage a diverse workload.

Experience managing digital media communications is a plus.Directors engage in daily client consultation and strategy development, produce high-level communications materials and manage media relations campaigns. Our firm is committed to high-quality, personal service and we specialize in strategic public affairs communications, reputation management, business and consumer public relations, and digital communications.

About Rational 360


Rational 360 is a fast-growing, independently owned strategic communications and public affairs firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. We specialize in helping clients navigate complex policy, media, and business environments with a fully integrated approach across traditional and digital platforms. With a team of approximately 100 professionals—and growing—we bring a unique blend of public affairs expertise, digital innovation, and deep industry knowledge. Our entrepreneurial culture values initiative, collaboration, and performance.

We are partially employee-owned and committed to fostering an environment where professionals can thrive, grow, and lead. Our clients span Fortune 500 companies, national nonprofits, and trade associations—particularly those facing high-stakes reputational, regulatory, or legislative challenges. 

Employment Type


Full-time

Requirements


  • At least 4-8 years of strategic communications or public relations experience with proven results and experience working with reporters is a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Proven ability to develop creative, strategic solutions to communications challenges
  • Experience managing staff
  • Experience managing clients and/or project teams
  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience developing and editing high-quality written materials
  • Familiarity with the professional use of digital media channels
  • Experience developing and editing high-quality written materials
  • Experience working with top corporation or association executives
  • Bachelors’ Degree

Benefits


Rational 360 offers highly competitive compensation and a generous benefits package. Employees are based in our Washington, D.C. headquarters and follow a hybrid work model: three in-office days and two optional remote days per week. Rational 360 is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Life at Rational 360

Rational 360 is a leader in full service strategic communications. We understand the unique opportunities and challenges of the 21st century media landscape. From public relations and public affairs to marketing and new media strategy, our experienced team takes an innovative, active approach to address client needs. We understand that there is no single solution to every communications challenge, so we work closely with our clients to develop customized communications strategies to reach targeted groups, shape opinions, advance reputations, build and restore brands and attract and engage customers. Our senior team has worked at the highest levels of government and with the C-suites of Fortune 500 companies, serving as senior advisers to political leaders and campaigns from both parties. In advertising, politics, public affairs, new media, public company communications, change management, brand positioning strategies, corporate social responsibility, thought leadership programs and consumer media relations, we've been tested - and we know what works. Visit us on Twitter: @Rational360 Read our blog: rational360.com/blog
Thrive Here & What We Value- Fastpaced environment- Personal service- Innovative approach- Integrated campaigns- Connected where it matters- Collaborative team environment- Flexible work arrangements (remote work options)- Missioncritical conversations and impactful outcomes- Measurable Success- Professional Development Opportunities
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