Director of Communications & PR

Kindbridge is expanding access to innovative behavioral health solutions. We are a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to transforming mental health care for diverse populations. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for growth, partnership building, and making a real impact in healthcare, this is your chance to be part of a fast-moving startup with huge potential.

Why This Role Matters

The Director of Communications and PR at Kindbridge will a pivotal role in shaping our brand narrative and expanding our impact. Storytelling is central to how we shift public understanding of behavioral health, and in this role, you will translate our mission, research, and clinical work into compelling stories that elevate Kindbridge. You'll lead communication strategies across press, digital platforms, thought leadership, and integrated marketing, while building and managing media relationships and strategic partnerships that open doors and broaden our reach.

This is an ideal role for a creative, conceptual thinker who's also a natural relationship-builder—someone who can pitch with confidence, network with intention, and bring bold ideas to life. You're a self-starter who thrives on feedback, stays hungry for growth, and doesn't wait to be asked before taking action. Your work will strengthen our national presence, deepen our partnerships, and help shape the future of the Kindbridge brand and mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute communication strategies that elevate Kindbridge
• Oversee all communication channels, including media relations, digital platforms, and internal messaging, to ensure a cohesive brand voice
• Create and guide high-impact content across press releases, video, blogs, reports, social media, newsletters, and thought leadership articles
• Build and nurture strong relationships with journalists, media outlets, and influencers to increase national and local visibility
• Serve as a spokesperson for Kindbridge in interviews, press opportunities, and public events
• Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with industry leaders, academic institutions, nonprofits, and government agencies
• Negotiate and manage partnership agreements that advance organizational goals
• Amplify research initiatives through compelling storytelling and strategic outreach
• Partner closely with the CMO, CEO, and executive team to align messaging with organizational priorities
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and creative guidance to communication team members
• Work cross-functionally with marketing, product, HR, and operations to ensure unified and consistent brand alignment
• Monitor, measure, and optimize communication efforts to drive greater reach, engagement, and impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in communications, PR/media relations, and partnership development, ideally within healthcare or behavioral health
• Strong background in PR agency work and deep understanding of brand positioning
• Established relationships with national and Colorado-based media outlets a plus
• Excellent creative instincts
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage multi-channel communication strategies across social, digital, print, and sponsorships
• Skilled at pitching and selling stories, with the confidence to network, cold call, and build meaningful partnerships
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences
• Experienced in identifying, negotiating, and managing strategic partnerships
• Thrives on feedback and consistently pushes work to the next level
• Highly organized and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities

Why Join Kindbridge?

• Competitive salary
• Eligibility in a 401(k) plan with employer match
• Unlimited PTO to support your well-being
• Comprehensive healthcare plans, including dental and vision
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid setup, with occasional visits to our Denver office to connect and collaborate
• Partner with a collaborative, inclusive team where your ideas fuel growth, innovation, and lasting change
• Make a meaningful impact with a mission-driven organization transforming access to behavioral health care
• Grow with us as we expand our reach and redefine what's possible in the world of telehealth

Interested? Apply today and help us shape the future of behavioral health!