Responsibilities

• Drive effective implementation of client PR programs with a focus on media relations and earned media outcomes
• Cultivate and leverage relationships with key contacts at traditional and social-first outlets to secure high-impact coverage
• Stay current with media trends, platform changes, and emerging storytelling opportunities to keep client campaigns innovative and relevant
• Manage people and projects to deliver high quality results on-time and on-budget
• Anticipate issues and develop proactive solutions
• Serve as a mentor and inspiration to Account Coordinators and junior team members, providing guidance on media relations, client management, and career development
• Delegate and assign work among team members in a way that develops their skills and builds confidence
• Actively coach and provide informal/formal feedback to help develop and retain talent
• Foster a collaborative team environment where junior staff feel supported and challenged to grow
• Serve as a representative of the client and agency; maintain strong relationships with key client personnel

Requirements

• B.A. in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or related field
• 4 to 6 years experience in a public relations agency, media relations, or similar position
• Demonstrated media savvy with strong knowledge of traditional and emerging media landscapes
• Spanish language proficiency (bilingual capability strongly preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience using AI to drive efficiency
• Media Relations Expertise: Deep understanding of media landscape (traditional, digital, social, influencer) with ability to identify and execute strategic media opportunities
• Mentorship & Inspiration: Ability to inspire and develop junior staff, particularly Account Coordinators; comfortable serving as a role model for career growth
• Strategic Thinking: Understand clients' business and industry; develop innovative, media-forward PR ideas
• Project Management: Manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously without sacrificing quality

Preferred

• Spanish language proficiency (bilingual capability strongly preferred)
• Multilingual Communication: Fluency in Spanish preferred; ability to communicate across diverse audiences and cultures

Benefits

• a hybrid work model;
• a “work from anywhere in the US” policy (up to four weeks a year);
• a year-round staff training and development curriculum;
• a staff-led Action Group dedicated to DEI excellence in the agency and industry (read our DEI statement here: https://hunterpr.com/dei/ )
• Bring Your Parents (And Kids) to Work Days
• regular volunteer Days of Service
• mid-day Cupcakes and Cocktails mixers and epic Halloween and holiday parties
• competitive health and dental insurance plans
• a 401K company match and generous PTO