Director, Corporate Communications

About HYBE America

HYBE AMERICA, a subsidiary of HYBE Corp., is a leading global entertainment and media company at the intersection of music, film, television, technology, brands, culture and social good. HYBE AMERICA drives innovation across the entertainment landscape through its diverse portfolio, including Blue Highway Records, the publishing company Big Machine Music and Quality Control Music in the U.S., and HYBE’s labels in Latin America and the U.S. Hispanic market. With headquarters in Los Angeles, HYBE AMERICA creates synergistic opportunities for artists, businesses, and brands through its integrated approach to talent development, content creation, and technological innovation that transcends industries. We represent some of the world’s most influential artists and continue to expand our creative and cultural impact across the Americas. At HYBE, we believe in the power of music and foster a culture built on Passion, Trust, and Autonomy. We execute these values through compassionate leadership, collaboration and creating transparency.

Position Overview

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Director, Corporate Communications to manage internal and external communications across North and South America. This role will serve as the corporate communications lead, ensuring a consistent and aligned corporate voice across our business, our subsidiaries, and in partnership with our labels and global teams. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in music and entertainment, with a background in record labels strongly preferred.

This person will manage our internal communications strategy and work closely as a liaison with the external PR companies that HYBE partners with. Additionally, this role will oversee executive visibility efforts, including evaluating and approving speaking engagements, preparing leaders for public appearances, and reinforcing HYBE’s reputation as an industry innovator.

This is a full-time, hybrid role based in our Santa Monica office, with in-person collaboration 3 days per week and remote work 2 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Communications Leadership

Develop and drive a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with HYBE AMERICA’s business goals and global brand. Ensure consistent messaging and positioning across all regions, labels, and subsidiaries.

• Internal Communications

Build and manage internal comms plans that engage, inform, and inspire employees. Partner with leadership and EVP, Comms and PR to reinforce company culture, strategy, and initiatives.

• External Communications & PR Management

Work closely with external PR consultants and with in-house PR staff across North and South America. Manage media relations, including narrative development, press releases, crisis communications, and thought leadership.

• Crisis & Issues Management

Anticipate, manage, and mitigate reputational risks, partnering with third parties as needed. Manage communications response planning and execution during sensitive or urgent situations.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of progressive communications experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, or related fields.
• Strong background in the music industry, ideally from a record label, with an understanding of artist relations and promotional campaigns.
• Experience working across North and South America (preferred), with sensitivity to cultural and market nuances.
• Proven ability to manage internal communications, external PR, and executive visibility simultaneously.
• Track record of working in global companies, coordinating across time zones and diverse teams.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong executive presence and ability to advise senior leaders with credibility.
• Crisis communications expertise is a must.

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Salary Range

The projected salary range for this job is $130,000-$150,000. This is a good faith effort at the time of posting. This is base salary only and does not include benefits and any other compensatory components of the role.

Why Join Us

At HYBE America, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the voice and reputation of one of the most dynamic and innovative companies in global entertainment. You’ll work with some of the world’s most exciting artists and help tell the stories that define culture. We back our passion for music with benefits that take care of you, so you can bring your best to the work that inspires millions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company 401(k) match up to 5%
• Flexible paid time off
• FSA
• Life insurance
• Wellhub membership that gives you access to gyms and fitness studios
• Excellent parental leave policies

***HYBE America is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.***