Director of Communications

The role

The Director of Communications will shape the Flashfood brand by telling stories about the business, technology, environmental impact, and partners. This leader will drive the external narrative and manage media, creator, government, and internal communications.

What you will do

• Drive the external narrative and overall perception of Flashfood
• Lead Media Relations, Creator Relations, Government Affairs/NGO Outreach, Industry Relations, Internal Comms, and Social Impact
• Partner with Marketing to produce campaigns that showcase the brand's impact
• Partner with teams across the company to mine for storytelling opportunities
• Create and execute an executive visibility strategy
• Develop an ongoing slate of consumer PR stories
• Build a cohesive Creator Relations strategy
• Build and nurture relationships with press
• Lead relationships with relevant government entities and NGOs
• Partner with People on internal comms strategy and lead the annual Impact Report assembly

Required qualifications

• Deep expertise shaping corporate narratives for high-growth companies
• At least 8 years experience in a cross section of Media Relations, Executive Visibility, Creator Relations, Government Affairs, Internal Comms and Social Impact
• Strong earned media experience with a track record of landing stories
• Extensive experience working across earned media, influencer, editorial, and event-driven communications
• Strong judgment for decision making around high-stakes external activity
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate ambiguity
• Proven ability to execute and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• High level of ownership and accountability
• Comfort working cross-functionally and balancing competing priorities
• Data-driven mindset to define success, measure performance, and adjust based on impact

Nice to have

• Experience in product communications
• Experience working across both the US and Canadian markets
• Experience working with or for a two-sided marketplace
• Experience leveraging AI tools and strategies to boost performance

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Equity
• Comprehensive benefits
• 100% remote work with flexibility and trust
• Mission-driven work
• Real opportunities for career growth

About the company

Flashfood is on a mission to reduce food waste and make high-quality, affordable food accessible to everyone through an app-based marketplace. The company connects shoppers with discounted perishable items and helps retailers turn waste into revenue.