$97,692
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$69k
MEDIAN
$98k
90%
$149k
The average salary for a Director of Communications is $97,692
Base Salary
$69k - $149k
Bonus
$509 - $30k
Total Pay
$70k - $150k
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What Do Director of Communications Do?
Director of Communications Tasks
- Act as primary spokesperson and liaison for the company with media in all markets.
- Supervise news releases and the implementation of public relations programs.
- Manage press conferences and press coverage at all company events.
- Devise and implement the strategy, messaging and tools needed to build the image of the company.
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Gender Breakdown
Female
80.6%
Male
19.4%
This data is based on 36 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
88%
Dental
86%
Vision
73%
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