Remote Media Relations Specialist Jobs
Remote media relations specialist jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed PR agencies, and in-house communications teams in technology, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors. Employers hiring remotely right now include KINSHIP, Vantage, and Elsevier. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote 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 Remote Media Relations Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote media relations specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through listings that aren't actually remote.
Show your async communication skills upfront
Remote media relations work runs on written communication. Use your cover letter and any work samples to demonstrate that you can pitch journalists, draft press releases, and manage stakeholder updates clearly without real-time back-and-forth. Employers notice candidates who write with precision and structure.
Build a media portfolio you can share digitally
Remote hiring managers can't walk a conference room with your press clips, so keep a shareable document or site with your best placements, the outlets you've worked with, and brief context on each campaign. Concrete, linked results close more interviews than a list of responsibilities.
Demonstrate proficiency with remote PR tools
Mention tools you use for media monitoring, media database management, and remote team collaboration in your resume and interviews. Employers hiring remotely want to know you can operate independently using the same tools their distributed teams already rely on, not that you'll need onboarding from scratch.
Remote Media Relations Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote media relations specialist job?
Target remote-first companies and distributed teams that rely on async communication, since those employers are most comfortable managing media relations work without in-person oversight. Remote hiring managers screen for self-direction, strong written communication, and the ability to pitch and follow up with journalists independently. A portfolio showing press placements, media lists you built, and campaigns you ran without hand-holding gives you a clear edge over candidates with similar titles but no documented results.
Which companies hire remote media relations specialists?
Companies hiring remote media relations specialists right now include KINSHIP, Vantage, and Elsevier, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for this role are most common at remote-first technology firms, distributed nonprofit organizations, and PR agencies that serve clients across multiple time zones.
Can you get a remote media relations specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level media relations roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal supervision. Companies most likely to hire entry-level remotely include smaller PR agencies and mission-driven nonprofits. You can substitute experience with a demonstrated media list, sample pitch letters, any freelance press coverage you secured, or a communications internship where you handled outreach directly.
Do you need a degree for remote media relations specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers prefer a degree in communications, public relations, or journalism, but they weight demonstrable results more heavily when they can't assess you in person. A portfolio showing earned media placements, measurable campaign outcomes, and strong written communication skills can carry significant weight alongside or instead of formal credentials, particularly at remote-first firms and digital-native organizations.
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