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Public Relations Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship under the specialty occupation standard, which requires a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Agencies, in-house corporate teams, and tech companies with active LCA filing history are your most reliable sponsorship targets.
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Posting Date
07-31-2026
Time Type
Full-Time
Job ID
8763
Areas of Expertise
Marketing
Job Category
Marketing, Communications, Public Relations
Locations
New York, NY, US
Description
Gensler New York is seeking a senior PR leader to run media relations, thought leadership, and executive communications for one of the firm's largest and most dynamic offices.
Your Role
The Public Relations Manager leads PR strategy for Gensler New York, working with the managing directors, regional communications director, PR specialists, studio directors, and practice area leaders to identify stories, then turn them into proactive content and campaigns, and secure media coverage. The role calls for someone who understands the NYC design and real estate market and can shape Gensler's brand into compelling stories, while managing multiple deliverables at once with strategic judgment.
What You Will Do
- Develop and lead PR strategy and campaigns for Gensler New York, in partnership with office and regional leadership
- Secure media coverage proactively and manage inbound press inquiries, building and maintaining relationships with local and national outlets covering design, real estate, business, and innovation
- Create thought leadership content such as speaking engagement materials, brand publications, website content, and award submissions, and guide its distribution across channels
- Develop executive communications and positioning for office and practice area leaders
- Serve as a strategic communications partner to clients, ensuring content supports both their goals and Gensler's
- Advise on PR risk and monitor the news cycle as it relates to our work, including outside business hours when needed
- Mentor PR and communications team members, and represent the Northeast in the firmwide public relations community
- Liaise with a firmwide network of public relations staff to develop messaging, regional digital and social media strategy, and initiatives
- Track PR and engagement metrics to inform future strategy
Your Qualifications
- 10+ years in PR, including experience managing a team; background in architecture, design, or commercial real estate preferred, agency or journalism experience a plus
- Established editorial relationships in design, business, and innovation media, in NYC and beyond
- Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills
- Experience managing PR and communications projects independently and in close collaboration with senior leadership
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
The base salary range will be estimated between $105,000 - $125,000. Gensler’s total compensation package is multi-layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email talentacquisition@gensler.com.
General Information
Posting Date
07-31-2026
Time Type
Full-Time
Job ID
8763
Areas of Expertise
Marketing
Job Category
Marketing, Communications, Public Relations
Locations
New York, NY, US
Description
Gensler New York is seeking a senior PR leader to run media relations, thought leadership, and executive communications for one of the firm's largest and most dynamic offices.
Your Role
The Public Relations Manager leads PR strategy for Gensler New York, working with the managing directors, regional communications director, PR specialists, studio directors, and practice area leaders to identify stories, then turn them into proactive content and campaigns, and secure media coverage. The role calls for someone who understands the NYC design and real estate market and can shape Gensler's brand into compelling stories, while managing multiple deliverables at once with strategic judgment.
What You Will Do
- Develop and lead PR strategy and campaigns for Gensler New York, in partnership with office and regional leadership
- Secure media coverage proactively and manage inbound press inquiries, building and maintaining relationships with local and national outlets covering design, real estate, business, and innovation
- Create thought leadership content such as speaking engagement materials, brand publications, website content, and award submissions, and guide its distribution across channels
- Develop executive communications and positioning for office and practice area leaders
- Serve as a strategic communications partner to clients, ensuring content supports both their goals and Gensler's
- Advise on PR risk and monitor the news cycle as it relates to our work, including outside business hours when needed
- Mentor PR and communications team members, and represent the Northeast in the firmwide public relations community
- Liaise with a firmwide network of public relations staff to develop messaging, regional digital and social media strategy, and initiatives
- Track PR and engagement metrics to inform future strategy
Your Qualifications
- 10+ years in PR, including experience managing a team; background in architecture, design, or commercial real estate preferred, agency or journalism experience a plus
- Established editorial relationships in design, business, and innovation media, in NYC and beyond
- Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills
- Experience managing PR and communications projects independently and in close collaboration with senior leadership
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
The base salary range will be estimated between $105,000 - $125,000. Gensler’s total compensation package is multi-layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email talentacquisition@gensler.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Public Relations Specialist
Frame your portfolio around measurable outcomes
USCIS scrutinizes whether PR roles genuinely require a specialized degree. Document campaigns with quantifiable results tied to your communications training to strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your employer's petition.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm which PR employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for your SOC code. Migrate Mate surfaces this LCA data by employer so you can filter to companies that have sponsored roles like yours before.
Verify your role's prevailing wage tier before negotiating
PR Specialist wages span four DOL wage levels. Pull the prevailing wage for your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer, so your salary clears the LCA-certified minimum your employer must attest to.
Ask about cap-exempt status at nonprofits and universities
PR roles at qualifying nonprofits, universities, and research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning your employer can file outside the April lottery window. These organizations hire PR professionals and can sponsor year-round without lottery risk.
Confirm your job description references your specific degree field
A vague posting saying 'bachelor's degree required' can trigger an RFE. Before signing an offer, review the job description with your employer to ensure it explicitly ties the role to a communications, PR, or journalism degree program.
Use the O*NET profile to support specialty occupation documentation
The O*NET occupation profile for Public Relations Specialists lists the degree requirements and knowledge domains USCIS references during adjudication. Your employer's attorney will reference it in the petition, so understand what it says about your role.
H-1B Visa Public Relations Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Public Relations Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific related field such as communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing. Generalist roles that accept any bachelor's degree are more likely to draw an RFE. The job description needs to establish a direct connection between the degree field and the duties performed.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for PR Specialists?
Large technology companies, global PR agencies, financial services firms, and multinational corporations with dedicated communications departments sponsor H-1B PR roles regularly. Migrate Mate lets you filter employers by verified LCA filing history for PR and communications roles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already sponsored this type of position.
Can a PR Specialist job offer come from a small agency and still qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, employer size doesn't determine H-1B eligibility. Small agencies can sponsor H-1B petitions as long as they meet the LCA requirements, pay the prevailing wage for your metro area, and can demonstrate a legitimate employer-employee relationship. The specialty occupation requirement applies regardless of company size.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer loses a major client and my role changes significantly?
A material change in job duties can require an amended H-1B petition. If your role shifts from the specialty occupation described in the original LCA, your employer should file an amended I-129 with USCIS. Working in a materially different capacity without an amended petition puts your status at risk during any future immigration filing or reentry.
How do I know if a PR job posting is at a company that has sponsored H-1B visas before?
DOL LCA disclosure data shows which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications, which is required before any H-1B petition can be filed. Checking this data by employer name and SOC code tells you whether a company has a track record of sponsoring roles in your occupation category before you invest time in the application process.