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Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's diverse people and businesses.
Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Public Affairs department advances NYCEDC's mission by communicating the organization's projects, programs, and initiatives to the public and key stakeholders. The Senior Project Manager, Community & Media Relations develops and executes media strategies that strengthen NYCEDC's engagement with community and broader media outlets. The position leads targeted outreach, supports broader media relations and crisis communications efforts, and works across NYCEDC and City government to communicate complex initiatives clearly and effectively across earned, owned and digital media channels. This role also builds external relationships that expand the reach of NYCEDC's communications and help protect the organization's reputation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Build and maintain relationships with community, traditional, new media and other relevant media outlets to support accurate and effective coverage of NYCEDC projects and initiatives.
- Integrate community and emerging platforms and digital media engagement into major announcements, communications plans, and proactive media strategies to expand reach and advance organizational objectives.
- Plan and lead targeted media outreach, including briefings, site tours, interviews, speaking opportunities, and the placement of culturally relevant content.
- Develop press releases, executive remarks, media briefs, talking points, summaries, press pitches digital communications, executive communications and other presentation materials that translate complex information into clear and accessible messaging.
- Partner with internal departments to develop coordinated communications strategies and maintain consistent messaging across projects and initiatives.
- Coordinate with City Hall communications teams, City agencies, external partners, and other stakeholders on shared communications priorities.
- Support press events, time-sensitive media responses, and crisis communications activities in collaboration with Public Affairs leadership and team members.
- Monitor media coverage and engagement to assess the effectiveness of outreach strategies and identify opportunities to strengthen NYCEDC's communications and reputation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and professional experience.
- At least five years of relevant experience in communications, public affairs, media relations, journalism, government communications, political campaigns, public relations, or a related field.
- Experience leading complex communications initiatives involving multiple stakeholder groups and executing proactive media relations strategies.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
- Track record of building partnerships, fostering alignment, and managing expectations with reporters, media outlets, community stakeholders, government partners, and internal teams.
- Proven ability to translate goals into actionable work plans, manage cross-functional priorities, and drive execution.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and digital communications or multimedia tools; experience with media measurement, social media, video creation, or design platforms is preferred.
- NYC residency is required within 180 days of hire.
About Us: New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.
NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:
- Generous employer subsidized health insurance
- Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Vision and hearing benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
- Short term and long-term disability coverage
- 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Up to 25 vacation days
- Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
- Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
- Retirement savings programs
- Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
- 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
- Tuition Reimbursement program
- Continuing education and professional development
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- College savings plan
- Backup childcare
- Gym membership discounts
- A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
- Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more
Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.
The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.
At NYCEDC, all applications are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, evaluate, or make decisions regarding candidate resumes or applications. Each candidate is considered through a thoughtful, human-led review process to ensure equity, consistency, and alignment with the needs of the role.
For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.
Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's diverse people and businesses.
Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Public Affairs department advances NYCEDC's mission by communicating the organization's projects, programs, and initiatives to the public and key stakeholders. The Senior Project Manager, Community & Media Relations develops and executes media strategies that strengthen NYCEDC's engagement with community and broader media outlets. The position leads targeted outreach, supports broader media relations and crisis communications efforts, and works across NYCEDC and City government to communicate complex initiatives clearly and effectively across earned, owned and digital media channels. This role also builds external relationships that expand the reach of NYCEDC's communications and help protect the organization's reputation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Build and maintain relationships with community, traditional, new media and other relevant media outlets to support accurate and effective coverage of NYCEDC projects and initiatives.
- Integrate community and emerging platforms and digital media engagement into major announcements, communications plans, and proactive media strategies to expand reach and advance organizational objectives.
- Plan and lead targeted media outreach, including briefings, site tours, interviews, speaking opportunities, and the placement of culturally relevant content.
- Develop press releases, executive remarks, media briefs, talking points, summaries, press pitches digital communications, executive communications and other presentation materials that translate complex information into clear and accessible messaging.
- Partner with internal departments to develop coordinated communications strategies and maintain consistent messaging across projects and initiatives.
- Coordinate with City Hall communications teams, City agencies, external partners, and other stakeholders on shared communications priorities.
- Support press events, time-sensitive media responses, and crisis communications activities in collaboration with Public Affairs leadership and team members.
- Monitor media coverage and engagement to assess the effectiveness of outreach strategies and identify opportunities to strengthen NYCEDC's communications and reputation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and professional experience.
- At least five years of relevant experience in communications, public affairs, media relations, journalism, government communications, political campaigns, public relations, or a related field.
- Experience leading complex communications initiatives involving multiple stakeholder groups and executing proactive media relations strategies.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
- Track record of building partnerships, fostering alignment, and managing expectations with reporters, media outlets, community stakeholders, government partners, and internal teams.
- Proven ability to translate goals into actionable work plans, manage cross-functional priorities, and drive execution.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and digital communications or multimedia tools; experience with media measurement, social media, video creation, or design platforms is preferred.
- NYC residency is required within 180 days of hire.
About Us: New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.
NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:
- Generous employer subsidized health insurance
- Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Vision and hearing benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
- Short term and long-term disability coverage
- 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Up to 25 vacation days
- Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
- Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
- Retirement savings programs
- Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
- 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
- Tuition Reimbursement program
- Continuing education and professional development
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- College savings plan
- Backup childcare
- Gym membership discounts
- A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
- Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more
Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.
The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.
At NYCEDC, all applications are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, evaluate, or make decisions regarding candidate resumes or applications. Each candidate is considered through a thoughtful, human-led review process to ensure equity, consistency, and alignment with the needs of the role.
For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in media relations manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field
- Proven experience pitching and securing coverage in national and regional media outlets
- Strong writing skills across press releases, media advisories, and spokesperson briefs
- Established relationships with journalists, editors, and producers across relevant beats
- Experience managing crisis communications and rapid-response media situations
- Proficiency with media monitoring and PR measurement platforms such as Cision or Muck Rack
Tips for Your Media Relations Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to earned media
Hiring managers for media relations manager roles want proof of placements, not just duties. List specific outlets you've secured coverage in, the stories you pitched, and measurable outcomes like pickup volume or share of voice shifts.
Highlight crisis communications experience clearly
Many job listings for media relations managers call out crisis or issues management as a required skill. Dedicate a short section or bullet cluster to situations where you managed rapid-response media, controlled narratives under pressure, or coordinated spokesperson prep.
Filter openings by sector before you apply
Media relations work varies sharply between a hospital system, a tech startup, and a federal agency. Target roles in sectors where your existing media relationships and subject-matter fluency are strongest, since hiring managers often look for journalists already on your contact list.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists media relations manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a portfolio of media pitches and clips
Unlike most management roles, media relations managers are often asked to share work samples. Bring three to five pitch examples alongside resulting coverage, and be ready to explain why each story angle worked for that particular outlet and audience.
Negotiate scope, not just title, in final rounds
Media relations manager roles differ widely in whether you own external agency relationships, have a direct budget for events or press trips, or report into communications versus marketing. Clarify those dimensions before accepting an offer so your authority matches your accountability.
Media Relations Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most media relations managers?
The companies hiring the most media relations managers right now include Leidos, Ripley PR, and Life.Church, with the largest share of openings in District of Columbia, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is particularly concentrated in healthcare systems, large technology companies, and nonprofit organizations with active advocacy or fundraising missions.
How many media relations manager jobs are remote?
About 71% of media relations manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more flexible senior communications roles in the market. Sub-specializations focused on digital PR, technology sector communications, and national advocacy campaigns tend to offer the highest share of fully remote arrangements.
How do you become a media relations manager?
Most media relations managers begin in entry-level PR coordinator or communications assistant roles, building a portfolio of media pitches and earned placements over several years. Developing a beat-specific journalist contact list, taking on crisis communications projects early, and moving into a senior specialist role before stepping into management are the most common steps. Formal credentials in public relations, such as the APR designation, can strengthen your candidacy for senior roles.
Can you get hired as a media relations manager without direct management experience?
Yes, especially at smaller organizations or nonprofits where the role is structured as an individual contributor despite the manager title. Employers hiring for these positions often prioritize a demonstrated record of media placements and strong journalist relationships over formal people-management history. Framing any experience coordinating agencies, interns, or cross-functional communications projects helps close that gap on your resume.
What does the media relations manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone or video screen focused on your media placement history and communications philosophy, followed by a panel interview with senior communications, marketing, or executive leadership. Many employers include a written exercise, such as drafting a press release or pitching a story angle from a provided brief. Final rounds often involve a conversation with the executive or spokesperson you would support directly.
Where can I find and apply to media relations manager jobs?
You can find and apply to media relations manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, sector focus, and preferred location, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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