PR and Media Relations Contractor (part time) at Big Game PR | Highland Park, IL | $3K/mo – $3K/mo

Big Game PR

PR and Media Relations Contractor (part time)

Highland Park, IL (Remote)

$3K/mo – $3K/moIntern/New Grad2+ years expFull time

Posted 1 month ago

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Job Summary

Own media relations execution for B2B tech by building and updating targeted lists, crafting pitches, and coordinating reporter interviews to secure coverage.

Media Outreach: Develop and maintain media lists, draft pitches, conduct outreach, and follow up with reporters.
Opportunity Scouting: Identify newsjacking and thought leadership opportunities, coordinate interviews and media briefings.
Program Support: Assist with awards, speaking opportunities, contributed content placements, and broader PR initiatives.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain media lists
Draft media pitches and outreach emails
Conduct reporter outreach and follow-up
Identify newsjacking and thought leadership opportunities
Coordinate interviews and media briefings
Assist with awards, speaking opportunities, and contributed content placements
Support broader PR and communications initiatives as needed

Requirements

2+ years of experience in public relations, media relations, or agency communications
Experience working with B2B technology clients
Strong writing and editing skills
Experience pitching business, technology, trade, and industry media
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
Familiarity with cybersecurity, fintech, health tech, SaaS, cloud, AI, or enterprise technology is a plus

Big Game PR

We offer public relations services to growing businesses, including media strategy, media relations, social media, content creation, RFP creation, RFP response, and more.We are founded and led by Hunter Stuart, a journalist and public relations professional with 17 years of experience. Most recently, Hunter was a Vice President of Media Relations at Walker Sands, a top B2B marketing firm headquartered in Chicago.

Founded in 2024

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1 employees (1 in marketing)

www.biggamepr.com