As the Communications & PR Director, you to lead the external communications and press activities for our U.S. market, with a sharp focus on public relations, media strategy, and press outreach. In this role, you’ll craft our brand narrative, secure top-tier media coverage, and build meaningful relationships with journalists and key stakeholders and be assisted by the Communications Team. 
 
If you're a strategic communicator but also know how to roll up one's sleeves to do what it takes to drive results and with a powerful media network, we want to hear from you. The position can be based in our office Los Angeles or in the office in New York. 

Main responsibilities of this role include:

• Oversee media relations in the United States, ensuring alignment with global communication strategies
• Build and maintain relationships with key US media across print, digital, and broadcast platforms
• Develop and execute publicity campaigns for book releases and special projects, including feature stories, reviews, and brand narratives
• Coordinate press interviews and speaking engagements for artists, executives, and talent based in the US
• Collaborate with Global Communications Team to develop global release strategies and ensure cohesive communication efforts
• Research and identify creative promotional opportunities for TASCHEN books, partnerships, and special projects in the US market
• Organize and execute US-based press events, including book launches, artist talks, and brand activations
• Oversee the creation and dissemination of press materials, including press releases, pitches, and media kits
• Support the development of internal and external publicity reports and ensure accuracy
• Collaborate with sales, marketing and digital marketing teams to effectively integrate communication strategies
• Manage administrative tasks related to US communications activities
• Travel to key US press markets, including New York, to fortify media, partnerships, and talent network

• At least 6 years in communications or press, demonstrating a consistent track record of securing high-impact media placements
• Demonstrated access to a broad, well-established network of media professionals, journalists, editors, and influencers across key verticals, including national and trade press
• Proven ability to actively leverage and mobilize this network to drive coverage, amplify key initiatives, and support brand positioning objectives
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, with the capacity to build and sustain long-term partnerships based on trust, responsiveness, and mutual value creation
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with demonstrated expertise in developing clear, engaging, and strategically aligned messaging
• Capable of exercising sound judgment and strategic foresight in high-pressure situations, including reputation management and media crises
• Highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and adaptable within fast-paced, cross-functional team environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field; advanced degrees or industry certifications are a plus

This is a Full Time position, based in our office in LA or in our office in New York. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience ranging from $90,000 to $100,000 excluding bonuses and other benefits. This is a good faith estimate based on the expectations as laid out in the job description. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, life insurance, 401k plan, and yearly performance reviews.