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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 specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or journalism
- Demonstrated experience pitching and securing earned media coverage in target outlets
- Strong written and verbal communications skills for press releases, pitches, and statements
- Familiarity with media monitoring platforms such as Cision, Muck Rack, or Meltwater
- Experience managing crisis communications and rapid response media inquiries
- Established relationships with journalists or editors across relevant beats or industries
Tips for Your Media Relations Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to earned media
Hiring managers for media relations roles want to see placements, not just pitches. List outlets you secured coverage in and the beats you targeted. Generic communications resumes that don't distinguish earned media from paid or owned get screened out fast.
Build a pitch portfolio before applying
Many employers ask for writing samples at the phone screen stage. Prepare three to five pitches that show different angles: a product launch, a thought leadership hook, and a reactive news story. Tailor them to the industry you're targeting.
Filter openings by specialization not just title
Media relations roles vary widely by function. A corporate communications opening focuses on investor and executive visibility, while an agency role demands faster turnaround and broader beat coverage. Read job descriptions carefully and apply where your specific experience maps directly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists media relations specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a live pitch exercise in interviews
Many media relations interviews include a real-time exercise where you pitch a story on the spot or rewrite a weak press release. Practice delivering a concise pitch under two minutes out loud, not just in writing, before your first round.
Negotiate using placement outcomes not titles
When discussing compensation, anchor your case in measurable results: coverage volume, outlet tier, or share of voice shifts you drove. Titles and years of experience matter less in this field than a demonstrable record of securing meaningful coverage.
Media Relations Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most media relations specialists?
The companies hiring the most media relations specialists 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. Corporate communications teams, public relations agencies, and large nonprofits tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many media relations specialist jobs are remote?
About 71% of media relations specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work is conducted by phone, email, and video. Roles focused on digital and technology beats tend to have the highest remote availability, while positions requiring in-person executive support or on-site event coverage are more likely to require a local presence.
How do you become a media relations specialist?
Most media relations specialists start with a degree in public relations, communications, or journalism, then build hands-on experience through internships, agency entry-level roles, or in-house communications teams. Developing a working knowledge of media monitoring tools, practicing pitch writing across different story angles, and cultivating journalist relationships early in your career are the steps that move candidates into specialist-level roles fastest.
Can you get a media relations specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level media relations roles exist at agencies, nonprofits, and in-house teams that expect to train candidates who show strong writing skills and genuine familiarity with how newsrooms work. A portfolio of pitch writing samples, demonstrated knowledge of media databases like Muck Rack, and any experience contributing to student publications or campus communications offices all strengthen an application when professional experience is limited.
What does the media relations specialist interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone or video screen focused on your background and the types of media you've worked with, followed by a skills assessment that may include a writing exercise or a live pitch simulation. Final rounds often bring in communications leadership and may ask you to present a mock media strategy or walk through a past campaign in detail, with questions probing how you handled difficult reporters or crisis situations.
Where can I find and apply to media relations specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to media relations specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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