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Overview
We are looking for a strategic and collaborative public relations professional to lead external communications initiatives for Baptist Memorial Health Care, a mission-driven health care organization. This is a highly visible role with significant ownership and autonomy, reporting directly to the director of public relations and internal communications. The position is ideal for a creative storyteller and communications strategist who can identify meaningful media opportunities, shape public perception and strengthen brand visibility across health care and community-focused sectors.
This individual must be a strong writer and editor with experience in media relations, strategic communications, executive communications, issues management and event planning and must be a self-starter who can work independently, prioritize multiple projects and manage deadlines with minimal supervision. This individual must also be able to build working relationships across the business in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and be available to work some weekends and evenings for media issues, media inquiries and events.
The PR manager is responsible for the following:
Day-to-day PR Functions and Operations
- Overseeing and conducting day-to-day public relations functions for Baptist Memorial Health Care, including
- Telling Baptist Memorial’s story through traditional and digital media, etc.
- Writing and editing news releases, media advisories, executive thought leadership content, organizational statements, bylines and op-eds
- Responding to media inquiries and preparing talking points, briefing materials, Q&A documents and messaging guidance for spokespeople ahead of media and public appearances
- Identifying and pursuing creative public relations opportunities, including podcasts, awards programs, partnerships, community events and speaking engagements
- Maintaining essential public relations tools, updating content on the public relations newsroom, proofreading/editing newswriting, preparing reports that summarize and quantify the PR team’s activities and updating public relations policies
- Staying up to date with public relations trends to ensure the public relations staff uses best practices in their work
- Staying within an annual public relations division budget
- Having a working knowledge and expert use of Associated Press Style
- Helping schedule and manage video production
Media Relations and Event Planning
- Manage media inquiries in a timely manner, arranging interviews with the appropriate Baptist Memorial representatives, providing accurate information and monitoring all media coverage about Baptist
- Establishing media relationships or the ability to rapidly build strong journalist and media networks
- Organizing news events, media announcements, service launches and public-facing communications activities
PR Staff Supervision
- Supervising public relations employees, hiring and training PR staff, dealing with employee issues and concerns, promoting teamwork, mentoring and fostering professional growth, holding regular one-on-one meetings with the PR staff and ensuring staff have the necessary tools to perform top-quality work
- Continuously improving team processes and communications approaches
- Fostering a dedication to professional development, growth and advancement
Building Relationships and Providing Strategic Counsel
- Establishing communication with internal customers regarding their needs and expectations from PR and increasing customer satisfaction with the performance and results of PR efforts
- Acting as a strategic advisor, providing strategic counsel on high-impact communications, including crisis response, business continuity, customer messaging and stakeholder engagement
- Collaborating with marketing teams to align public relations initiatives with broader brand and campaign strategies
Issues Management and Crisis Support
- Supporting the director of public relations and internal communications in crisis management and staying apprised of issues that may affect Baptist Memorial’s reputation and the corporate communications department
- Advising clients on reputational risk, emerging public issues and communications strategy
Media Monitoring
- Monitoring, tracking and analyzing media coverage, media trends and industry conversations to identify timely and relevant opportunities for brand visibility and public engagement
- Maintaining media databases, tracking media coverage and regularly reporting on reach, audience sentiment and campaign impact
The PR manager must also uphold the following Baptist Values:
- Friendly, Compassionate and Responsive Service
- Fairness and Respect for the Individual
- Teamwork and Trust
- Continuous Improvement
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have
- A bachelor’s degree in communications or a similar major
- At least five years of experience in public relations, media relations, issues management or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Experience working in a corporate environment with people at all levels of an organization, from frontline workers to senior leaders
- Demonstrated success in earned media strategy and public relations campaign execution
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadline pressure
- Ability to thrive in a remote environment
- Experience supervising public relations professionals and social media experience is a plus
Overview
We are looking for a strategic and collaborative public relations professional to lead external communications initiatives for Baptist Memorial Health Care, a mission-driven health care organization. This is a highly visible role with significant ownership and autonomy, reporting directly to the director of public relations and internal communications. The position is ideal for a creative storyteller and communications strategist who can identify meaningful media opportunities, shape public perception and strengthen brand visibility across health care and community-focused sectors.
This individual must be a strong writer and editor with experience in media relations, strategic communications, executive communications, issues management and event planning and must be a self-starter who can work independently, prioritize multiple projects and manage deadlines with minimal supervision. This individual must also be able to build working relationships across the business in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and be available to work some weekends and evenings for media issues, media inquiries and events.
The PR manager is responsible for the following:
Day-to-day PR Functions and Operations
- Overseeing and conducting day-to-day public relations functions for Baptist Memorial Health Care, including
- Telling Baptist Memorial’s story through traditional and digital media, etc.
- Writing and editing news releases, media advisories, executive thought leadership content, organizational statements, bylines and op-eds
- Responding to media inquiries and preparing talking points, briefing materials, Q&A documents and messaging guidance for spokespeople ahead of media and public appearances
- Identifying and pursuing creative public relations opportunities, including podcasts, awards programs, partnerships, community events and speaking engagements
- Maintaining essential public relations tools, updating content on the public relations newsroom, proofreading/editing newswriting, preparing reports that summarize and quantify the PR team’s activities and updating public relations policies
- Staying up to date with public relations trends to ensure the public relations staff uses best practices in their work
- Staying within an annual public relations division budget
- Having a working knowledge and expert use of Associated Press Style
- Helping schedule and manage video production
Media Relations and Event Planning
- Manage media inquiries in a timely manner, arranging interviews with the appropriate Baptist Memorial representatives, providing accurate information and monitoring all media coverage about Baptist
- Establishing media relationships or the ability to rapidly build strong journalist and media networks
- Organizing news events, media announcements, service launches and public-facing communications activities
PR Staff Supervision
- Supervising public relations employees, hiring and training PR staff, dealing with employee issues and concerns, promoting teamwork, mentoring and fostering professional growth, holding regular one-on-one meetings with the PR staff and ensuring staff have the necessary tools to perform top-quality work
- Continuously improving team processes and communications approaches
- Fostering a dedication to professional development, growth and advancement
Building Relationships and Providing Strategic Counsel
- Establishing communication with internal customers regarding their needs and expectations from PR and increasing customer satisfaction with the performance and results of PR efforts
- Acting as a strategic advisor, providing strategic counsel on high-impact communications, including crisis response, business continuity, customer messaging and stakeholder engagement
- Collaborating with marketing teams to align public relations initiatives with broader brand and campaign strategies
Issues Management and Crisis Support
- Supporting the director of public relations and internal communications in crisis management and staying apprised of issues that may affect Baptist Memorial’s reputation and the corporate communications department
- Advising clients on reputational risk, emerging public issues and communications strategy
Media Monitoring
- Monitoring, tracking and analyzing media coverage, media trends and industry conversations to identify timely and relevant opportunities for brand visibility and public engagement
- Maintaining media databases, tracking media coverage and regularly reporting on reach, audience sentiment and campaign impact
The PR manager must also uphold the following Baptist Values:
- Friendly, Compassionate and Responsive Service
- Fairness and Respect for the Individual
- Teamwork and Trust
- Continuous Improvement
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have
- A bachelor’s degree in communications or a similar major
- At least five years of experience in public relations, media relations, issues management or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Experience working in a corporate environment with people at all levels of an organization, from frontline workers to senior leaders
- Demonstrated success in earned media strategy and public relations campaign execution
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadline pressure
- Ability to thrive in a remote environment
- Experience supervising public relations professionals and social media experience is a plus
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Who's Hiring
- Highwire19
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- Consulting & Professional Services
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in public relations consultant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience securing earned media placements in print, broadcast, or digital outlets
- Proficiency with media monitoring and measurement platforms such as Cision or Meltwater
- Strong writing skills across press releases, pitches, talking points, and executive communications
- Experience managing multiple client accounts or internal stakeholders simultaneously
- Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) credential preferred for senior-level consultant positions
Tips for Your Public Relations Consultant Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
Agency roles reward client volume and campaign breadth, while in-house roles want deep industry fluency. Adjust your resume's summary and bullet points to reflect whichever environment you're targeting, and lead with measurable outcomes like placements earned or coverage reach.
Build a clips portfolio before applying
Hiring managers for public relations consultant roles want to see actual press coverage, pitch decks, or crisis statements you've written. Compile your best work into a shareable document or simple website and link it directly in your resume header and application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists public relations consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by specialization keyword
Searching 'media relations' or 'crisis communications' alongside 'public relations consultant' surfaces openings your direct competitors may overlook. Narrow further by industry vertical when you have deep sector experience, like healthcare communications or financial PR.
Prepare a mini crisis case study for interviews
Interviewers for public relations consultant roles routinely ask how you've handled negative coverage or a client issue under pressure. Walk in with one specific situation, the action you took, and the outcome, structured clearly enough to tell in under two minutes.
Negotiate scope before negotiating anything else
Public relations consultant offers vary widely by client load, travel expectations, and whether you're responsible for media buying or only earned media. Clarify the role's scope and deliverables in writing before the final offer stage so both sides agree on what the job actually is.
Public Relations Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most public relations consultants?
The companies hiring the most public relations consultants right now include Highwire, Ecm Enterprises, and FINN Partners, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in communications agencies and large consumer brands managing ongoing media programs.
How many public relations consultant jobs are remote?
About 72% of public relations consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in content-focused and digital communications sub-specializations. Roles centered on executive media training, event-driven PR, or crisis response are more likely to require an on-site or travel-ready presence.
How do you become a public relations consultant?
Start with a degree in communications, public relations, or journalism, then build practical experience through internships, agency assistant roles, or in-house communications positions. Develop a portfolio of real media placements, written materials, and campaign results. Earning the APR credential from the Public Relations Society of America strengthens your candidacy for senior and independent consultant roles.
Can you get hired as a public relations consultant with no experience?
Entry-level public relations consultant roles do exist, particularly at agencies that hire junior account staff and train them on the job. Without formal experience, a portfolio of student or volunteer communications work, strong writing samples, and demonstrated knowledge of media outreach process can substitute. Targeting smaller agencies or nonprofits first gives you the client exposure needed to move into more competitive openings.
What does the public relations consultant interview process look like?
Most public relations consultant interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your background and media relations experience. A writing or pitching exercise is common at the next stage, often involving a mock press release or media pitch under a time limit. Final rounds typically include a panel with senior communications staff and may ask you to present a past campaign or crisis scenario you managed.
Where can I find and apply to public relations consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to public relations consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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