About Our Organization: Punchbowl News is a news content company focused on power, people and politics in Washington. Punchbowl News’ primary focus is breaking news about power, the nation’s political leadership and explaining to our audience of political junkies how Washington works. We produce (at least) three newsletters each day, a daily podcast, dozens of events and more across our growing product suite.
Punchbowl News’ theory is that power in Washington emanates from the Capitol – and that’s the center of our focus. Our audience includes members of Congress, high-ranking members of the Trump administration, lobbyists, top-level reporters, media executives, Wall Streeters, tech and Hollywood executives and everyday political fans.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Status: Full-time Regular
Primary Location: Washington, DC
Job Summary: Punchbowl News is seeking a highly capable and entrepreneurial Vice President of Live, Brand, and Marketing to join our growing team. This newly created senior leadership role will be responsible for overseeing all external-facing functions of the company. This includes Punchbowl News’ high-profile events, B2B and B2C marketing, advertising, and other outward-facing initiatives that elevate brand visibility, deepen audience engagement, and drive revenue growth.
This role will sit on the Senior Management Team and work closely with Editorial, Events, Marketing, and Sales teams to ensure all external activity aligns with the company’s mission, editorial standards, and strategic goals.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with deep experience in live events, media programming, and cross-functional collaboration — someone equally comfortable shaping strategy and executing at a high level. Exceptional organizational and communication skills are a must.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy: Own and define the company’s external-facing strategy, including events, live programming, marketing activations, and advertising. Develop long-term plans to grow audience engagement, revenue, and brand presence through live and experiential initiatives.
Event Management: Oversee management and execution of all enterprise wide events. Ensure live programming reflects the company’s editorial voice and high standards. Look for opportunities to grow the events revenue stream and offering types.
Marketing & Advertising: Lead external B2B and B2C marketing efforts tied to events, major initiatives, and live programming. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging across all public-facing platforms. Oversee all advertising strategy and evaluate campaign performance using KPIs and ROI analysis.
Editorial & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Editorial leadership to align events and programming with editorial priorities, including on Punchbowl News’ weekly video show, “Fly Out Day”. Develop and manage proactive media strategies to increase the visibility of the organization and its reporters, and to secure talent for live events and content creations.
Qualifications
- 10-15+ years of experience in live programming, event management, and/or marketing, preferably within a media or entertainment company.
- Experience working closely with editorial teams and content creators.
- Strong leadership experience with cross-functional and creative teams.
- Comfortable representing the company publicly with partners, talent, and industry leaders.
- Exceptional leadership and team-building capabilities.
- Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and revenue orientation.
- Excellent communication and public-facing presentation skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this position is $175,000 to $225,000. Final compensation will be determined based on the role’s scope, as well as the candidate’s experience and relevant skills.
In addition to salary, Punchbowl News is pleased to offer other benefits
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with 100% of premiums covered by Punchbowl News for employees and eligible family members.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with employer-matching contributions, available after six months of employment.
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of paid vacation annually, in addition to most federal holidays.
- Office-Wide Breaks: Two additional weeks of paid company-wide time off—end of August and end of December.
- Parental Leave: Up to 20 weeks of fully paid leave for birth parents. Non-birth parents or partners are eligible for 12 weeks of paid leave.
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning opportunities through internal training, programs, and external classes.
The job is based in Washington, D.C.
Employment Eligibility & Equal Opportunity Statement
Punchbowl News celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
In accordance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required Form I-9 upon hire.
