Public Relations Representative Jobs

Public Relations Representative jobs are open across corporate, nonprofit, healthcare, government, and agency sectors, from entry-level to senior and manager roles, with specializations in media relations, crisis communications, and digital PR. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles386+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerHighwire
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type56% Hybrid
Top industryConsulting

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Public Relations Coordinator (Las Vegas)
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Public Relations Coordinator (Las Vegas)
Wicked Creatice
Las Vegas, Nevada
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in communications

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Public Relations Volunteer
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Public Relations Volunteer
Project C Foundation
Remote
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in public relations

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Public Relations Specialist
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Public Relations Specialist
HGA
San Francisco, California
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
$95k - $115k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in communications
501-1,000

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Manager - Public Relations
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Manager - Public Relations
Ameriprise Financial
New York, New York
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Performance Marketing
$74k - $129k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Brand Ambassador: Fundraising / Promotions / Public Relations - Entry Level - FT
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Brand Ambassador: Fundraising / Promotions / Public Relations - Entry Level - FT
Zenith Promotions
San Antonio, Texas
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$550 - $800/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree

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Public Relations Representative Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Highwire19
  • Egnyte5
  • FINN Partners5
  • Klaviyo4
  • Tier One Partners4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Education
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Technology & Software
  • Sports & Recreation

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in public relations representative jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated press release writing ability
  • Experience pitching stories and managing relationships with journalists and media outlets
  • Proficiency with media monitoring platforms and PR distribution tools
  • Ability to manage multiple accounts or campaigns simultaneously under tight deadlines
  • Familiarity with social platforms and digital content strategy supporting earned media efforts

Tips for Your Public Relations Representative Job Search

Tailor your resume for media results

PR hiring managers want to see coverage outcomes, not just tasks. Replace phrases like 'managed press outreach' with specific results: placements secured, publication names, and story angles you pitched that landed. Quantify reach where you can without fabricating numbers.

Build a clip portfolio before applying

Attach a portfolio link to every application. Include press releases you drafted, media placements you secured, and any crisis response messaging you contributed to. Employers in PR treat writing samples as mandatory, not optional, so have them ready before you start applying.

Target openings by sector specialty

PR roles in healthcare, government, and tech each demand different tones, compliance knowledge, and media contacts. Filter your search by industry so your cover letter can speak directly to the sector's audience expectations, because a generic PR application rarely advances past the first screen.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists public relations representative 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 writing assignment interview

Many PR interviews include a live writing exercise: a press release draft, a media pitch, or a crisis statement under a time limit. Practice writing clearly under pressure and study the employer's recent announcements so your sample reflects their actual voice and priorities.

Negotiate using scope, not just title

When evaluating an offer, ask about the number of clients or accounts you'll handle, budget authority, and whether you'll have direct media contact from day one. Scope differences between two roles with identical titles can be dramatic, and that context shapes your negotiating position.

Public Relations Representative Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most public relations representatives?

The most active employers for public relations representatives right now are Highwire, Egnyte, and FINN Partners, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at agencies managing multiple client accounts and at large organizations with in-house communications teams.

How many public relations representative jobs are remote?

About 79% of public relations representative openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is meaningful for a relationship-driven field. Media relations and digital PR roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while crisis communications and government affairs positions more often require on-site presence for rapid-response coordination.

How do you become a public relations representative?

Most public relations representatives start with a degree in communications, public relations, or journalism, then build practical experience through internships at agencies or in-house communications teams. From there, developing a portfolio of press releases, media placements, and campaign results is what moves candidates into full-time roles. Joining professional associations and building journalist relationships accelerates the transition from junior to mid-level work.

Can you get a public relations representative job with little or no experience?

Entry-level public relations representative roles are attainable without formal work history if you can show writing ability and media instincts. Volunteer PR work for nonprofits or campus organizations, a strong clip portfolio, and demonstrated knowledge of the employer's industry all substitute for paid experience. Agencies with structured training programs are often the most open to candidates coming from internships or unrelated communications roles.

What does the public relations representative interview process look like?

The interview process typically begins with a phone or video screen focused on your communications background and writing experience. A second round often includes a skills assessment, such as drafting a press release or pitching a story angle on a real or hypothetical scenario. Final rounds usually involve meeting team members or account leads and discussing how you approach media relationships and crisis situations.

Where can I find and apply to public relations representative jobs?

You can find and apply to public relations representative jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. The listings cover roles at agencies, corporations, nonprofits, and government organizations at every experience level. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each listing.

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