Remote Media Communications Specialist Jobs
Remote Media Communications Specialist jobs are actively posted by distributed teams and remote-first organizations across sectors including nonprofits, tech companies, healthcare systems, and media outlets. Employers hiring remotely right now include SADD, Accenture, and Databricks. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Works to develop communications goals and strategic media relations campaigns and assists with the development of content regarding Emory University.
- Develops and implements media relations and/or publications programs and oversees media relations and/or publications for specific colleges and schools.
- Assists in strategic public relations planning and implementation including, media relations, publications and periodicals, crises communication and issues management.
- Develops relationships with journalists and oversees and implements new methods for media relations efforts.
- Edits texts and collaborates with clients and designers to produce publications.
- May supervise staff and production of news and public information materials.
- Consults with and advises leadership, faculty, staff and researchers on development of content that will be used to educate key stakeholders through various digital platforms.
- Works collaboratively with the University's Communications and Marketing team to prepare for media interviews, develop press conferences, and create materials for media relations and public affairs.
- Contributes to new concept development and related multimedia content for the website and the Emory News Center.
- Collaborates with all members of Emory University's media relations team to identify media outlets, develop contacts, and place news, features, and opinion pieces.
- Develops and maintains strong relationships with communications peers and works collaboratively to promote joint initiatives and research.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
- A bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism or related field, and four years professional experience in public relations, writing, or editing, OR an equivalent combination of education and training to include managerial experience.
- Master's degree preferred.
- An accomplished strategic and operational partner with a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion preferred.
- Demonstrated experience as a media relations professional, writer and editor.
- Demonstrated creative communications and business skills.
- Ability to conceptualize and articulate strategic communications plans with an understanding of the diversity of the internal and external audience.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Works to develop communications goals and strategic media relations campaigns and assists with the development of content regarding Emory University.
- Develops and implements media relations and/or publications programs and oversees media relations and/or publications for specific colleges and schools.
- Assists in strategic public relations planning and implementation including, media relations, publications and periodicals, crises communication and issues management.
- Develops relationships with journalists and oversees and implements new methods for media relations efforts.
- Edits texts and collaborates with clients and designers to produce publications.
- May supervise staff and production of news and public information materials.
- Consults with and advises leadership, faculty, staff and researchers on development of content that will be used to educate key stakeholders through various digital platforms.
- Works collaboratively with the University's Communications and Marketing team to prepare for media interviews, develop press conferences, and create materials for media relations and public affairs.
- Contributes to new concept development and related multimedia content for the website and the Emory News Center.
- Collaborates with all members of Emory University's media relations team to identify media outlets, develop contacts, and place news, features, and opinion pieces.
- Develops and maintains strong relationships with communications peers and works collaboratively to promote joint initiatives and research.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
- A bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism or related field, and four years professional experience in public relations, writing, or editing, OR an equivalent combination of education and training to include managerial experience.
- Master's degree preferred.
- An accomplished strategic and operational partner with a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion preferred.
- Demonstrated experience as a media relations professional, writer and editor.
- Demonstrated creative communications and business skills.
- Ability to conceptualize and articulate strategic communications plans with an understanding of the diversity of the internal and external audience.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
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- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote media communications specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field
- Experience writing press releases, executive communications, or editorial content
- Proficiency with content management systems and digital publishing tools
- Strong media relations skills including pitching and reporter outreach
- Familiarity with AP Style and organizational brand voice guidelines
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines across concurrent communications projects
Tips for Your Remote Media Communications Specialist Job Search
Build a portfolio that proves remote readiness
Remote employers can't observe your work habits directly, so your portfolio does that job for them. Include writing samples, press hits you secured, and campaign summaries that show you produced results independently. Label each piece with your role and the outcome.
Demonstrate async communication skills upfront
Remote media communications specialists exchange briefs, media pitches, and campaign updates almost entirely in writing. Use your cover letter and application materials to show you communicate clearly without back-and-forth. Tight, well-structured writing signals you'll function well on a distributed team.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote media communications specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly. Remote postings often fill faster than on-site ones, so applying promptly matters.
Prepare for remote-specific interview formats
Many remote hiring processes include an async video screen or a written assignment before any live interview. Practice explaining your media strategy decisions clearly on camera and in writing. Have concrete examples of campaigns you managed without in-person collaboration ready to reference.
Remote Media Communications Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote media communications specialist job?
Target companies with distributed communications teams: remote-first tech firms, national nonprofits, digital media outlets, and healthcare organizations with no central newsroom. Remote employers screen heavily for self-directed writing, async communication, and the ability to manage media relationships without in-person oversight. A portfolio showing press coverage you secured, campaigns you executed independently, and writing samples tailored to your target sector gives you a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote media communications specialists?
Remote media communications specialist roles are posted by SADD, Accenture, and Databricks and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first companies, nationally distributed nonprofits, and technology or healthcare organizations that run communications functions across multiple time zones.
Can you get a remote media communications specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without on-site mentorship. Focus on companies with structured remote onboarding, such as larger nonprofits or digital media startups. Substitute experience with a portfolio of published writing, volunteer communications work, or college media projects that demonstrate you can produce results without in-person direction.
Do you need a degree for remote media communications specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers care more about demonstrated writing ability, media relations results, and a strong portfolio than a specific credential. A degree in communications, journalism, or public relations helps and is listed in many job postings, but candidates who can show real press placements, campaign outcomes, and polished writing samples often compete effectively regardless of their educational background.
Which industries hire the most remote media communications specialists?
The sectors hiring the most remote media communications specialists are Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely on distributed communications teams to manage media relationships, produce content, and coordinate messaging across multiple locations without requiring specialists to be on-site.
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