Media Relations Specialist Jobs

Media relations specialist jobs are open across corporate communications, nonprofits, healthcare, technology, and government at every level from coordinator to director, with specializations in crisis communications, executive visibility, and earned media strategy. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles24+
Top stateTexas
Top employerCircle K
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type83% On-site
Top industryEducation

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CEVA Logistics
Senior Communications and Media Relations Specialist
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CEVA Logistics
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Senior Communications and Media Relations Specialist
CEVA Logistics
Houston, Texas
Content & Communications
Communications
Public Relations (PR)
Content Marketing
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Senior Media Relations Specialist
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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
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Senior Media Relations Specialist
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Austin, Texas
Content & Communications
Marketing
Public Relations (PR)
Communications
$105k - $158k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Corgan
Media Relations Specialist
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Corgan
Added 3w ago
Media Relations Specialist
Corgan
Dallas, Texas
Content & Communications
Marketing
Public Relations (PR)
Communications
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Saginaw Valley State University
Storytelling and Media Relations Specialist
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Saginaw Valley State University
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Storytelling and Media Relations Specialist
Saginaw Valley State University
University Center, Michigan
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
Communications
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Johnson Controls
Specialist, Public Relations and Media
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Johnson Controls
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Specialist, Public Relations and Media
Johnson Controls
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Content & Communications
Marketing
Public Relations (PR)
Communications
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Media Relations Specialist Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Circle K
    Circle K2
  • STV
    STV2
  • Angel Fire Resort
    Angel Fire Resort1
  • Aramark
    Aramark1
  • Bozeman Health
    Bozeman Health1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education5
  • Healthcare & Medical Services3
  • Construction & Real Estate2
  • Consulting & Professional Services2
  • Hospitality & Tourism2

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 Circle K, STV, and Angel Fire Resort, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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 17% of media relations specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 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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