Job description
Join a dynamic, award-winning public relations team at Summit PR Solutions in New York City. We are seeking a strategic and proactive Public Relations Manager to lead media outreach, craft compelling brand narratives, and elevate our clients' visibility across traditional and digital channels.
As a key member of the communications team, you will develop integrated PR plans, manage senior-level media relationships, and mentor junior staff while maintaining a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
This role offers high-visibility projects, opportunities for career growth, and a collaborative culture focused on creativity, integrity, and impact.
Responsibility
- Develop and execute comprehensive PR strategies that raise brand awareness and support business goals.
- Lead media relations efforts, pitch story ideas, secure placements, and coordinate press conferences and events.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, analysts, and industry influencers.
- Draft press releases, bylined articles, Q&A documents, and spokesperson materials with a clear, engaging voice.
- Collaborate with marketing, digital, and executive teams to ensure messaging consistency across channels.
- Monitor coverage, analyze performance, and provide actionable insights to optimize campaigns.
- Counsel executives on media handling and crisis communications with proactive risk management.
- Manage and mentor a PR team, delegate tasks, and foster a high-performance culture.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive PR experience, preferably with agency or corporate roles in fast-paced environments.
- Proven success in media relations and securing high-impact placements across top-tier outlets.
- Outstanding writing, editing, and storytelling abilities with attention to detail.
- Strong strategic thinking, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Experience with crisis communications and proactive risk management.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Proficiency in media monitoring tools, analytics, and reporting software.