Senior Communications Manager Salary in the United States

Senior Communications Manager Salary

How much does a Senior Communications Manager make in the United States? The average Senior Communications Manager salary in the United States is $131,324 as of January 29, 2021, but the salary range typically falls between $114,401 and $148,959. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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What is a Senior Communications Manager ?

Director of communications is a position in both the private and public sectors. A director of communications is responsible for managing and directing an organization's internal and external communications. Directors of communications supervise public relations staff, create communication strategies, and may serve as the key spokesperson and media contact for the organization. A director of communications may also be called a public relations manager, communications director, or press secretary. The director of communications usually reports directly to a CXO, including a chief communicatio...

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Sr. Communications Lead
Microsoft Corporation - Reston , VA
As the Sr. Communications Lead for the Data and AI team youll play a critical role in telling the ... Management and accountability for all aspects of team and executive communications, including ...
Lensa - 14 days ago
Director Of Communications
Groundworks - Virginia Beach , VA
... staff leadership to manage local crisis communications or sensitive issues as needed ... senior leadership and key shareholders · Exceptional skill in written and oral communications ...
LinkedIn - 11 days ago
Senior Marketing Manager
MITRE - McLean , VA
The Senior Marketing Manager is responsible for creating marketing communications strategy and programs that support go-to-market plans and other growth initiatives. MITRE supports our government ...
LinkedIn - 20 days ago
Senior Digital Marketing Manager (Sales Force Marketing Cloud)
The St. James - Springfield , VA
James is seeking a Senior Digital Marketing Manager at its flagship location in Springfield ... Make well-informed segmentation and targeting decisions, tailoring communications messages to ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
Public Safety Information Officer Iv - Communications Director
Fairfax County Government - Fairfax , VA
Thorough knowledge and understanding of the National Incident Management System. Employment ... senior management and elected officials. * Ability to work under stressful, fast-paced conditions
The Washington Post - 23 days ago
Senior Manager of Information Services/Librarian
NRPA - Ashburn , VA
Senior Manager of Information Services/Librarian Location: Remote or Ashburn, VA. Salary Range: $75 ... NRPA communication channels, not limited to newsletters and online networking platforms. · ...
DiversityJobs - 27 days ago

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  1. This Job:

    Senior Communications Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Communications Director


    Bachelor's Degree

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148959
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior Communications Manager in the United States. The base salary for Senior Communications Manager ranges from $114,401 to $148,959 with the average base salary of $131,324. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $121,227 to $167,092 with the average total cash compensation of $142,972.

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