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Public Relations Specialist
$44K-$54K / yr. (est.)
$45K
$49,625 / year
$55K
Average base salary
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About Public Relations Specialist

What does a Public Relations Specialist do?
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As Public Relations Specialists, we develop and manage proactive initiatives to promote the company’s services and build critical relationships with stakeholders using public relations tools. We deliver a strategic communication plan that contains what needs to be shared, how to communicate the news, and how to maintain the contact. We also proactively identify new media opportunities and conduct outreach to generate additional positive media coverage for the company.

Core tasks:

  • shape critical messages and narrative and managing communication processes and products
  • implement consistent, multifaceted, and sustained outreach
  • coordinate events and community meetings as needed

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Professional Growth

How Many Years of Experience Do Professionals Need Before Becoming Public Relations Specialist?
On average, people work 5-7 years in other positions prior to becoming a Public Relations Specialist.
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Event PlannerMiami, FL - A year ago
🤔 Hmm, that's interesting. I worked as an event planner for 8 years before switching to PR, so I guess I fit the average.
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Social Media ManagerAustin, TX - A year ago
😲 Are you kidding me? I went straight from social media management to PR and it was the best decision I ever made!

Professional Growth

How Long Do Public Relations Specialist Employees Typically Stay in Their Roles?
On average, Public Relations Specialists works in this position for 3-5 years across multiple employers.
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Marketing ExecutiveHouston, TX - A year ago
🙌 Public Relations Specialists are valuable assets for building a company's public image. I've worked closely with them.
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Event PlannerMiami, FL - A year ago
Honestly, I can't imagine staying in the same position longer than a year. Three to five years seems like an eternity! 😮

Professional Growth

What Is the Job Hopper Score for Public Relations Specialist Employees?
Moderate job changes in Public Relations Specialist, showing some career movement without excessive turnover.
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Marketing CoordinatorHouston, TX - A year ago
This image is giving me anxiety 🤦. Imagine keeping up with sporadic job changes as a PR Specialist, it's enough to make anyone dizzy!
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News AnchorMiami, FL - A year ago
If PR Specialists can change jobs for upward mobility, why can't broadcasters have the same opportunity to grow? 🎙

Career path

Path to job

Fields of study

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Demographics

Culture & Values

What Is the Age and Gender Ratio of Public Relations Specialist Employees?
Gender ratio in Public Relations Specialist position: 0.341031793641272 Male and 0.658968206358728 Female. Age ratio in Public Relations Specialist position: 16-20: 7%, 21-30: 76%, 31-40: 12%, 41-50: 4%, 51-60: 1%, 60+: 0%. Public Relations Specialist position is predominantly female (65.9%) with the largest age group being 21-30 years old, followed by 31-40 years old.
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Public Relations SpecialistSan Francisco, CA - A year ago
as a guy in PR, it's annoying how outnumbered we are. where's the balance? 🙄
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Public Relations SpecialistMiami, FL - A year ago
age group 21-30 dominating? ain't that called a PR dictatorship? 😤

Workplaces

Professional Growth

Who Are the Top Employers for Public Relations Specialist?
Top employers of Public Relations Specialist position: Amazon, American Income Life, Rutgers University. People who work in Public Relations Specialist position most typically go on to work for the Amazon.
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Public Relations SpecialistSan Francisco, CA - A year ago
😡 Honestly, it's frustrating that Amazon, with its questionable labor practices, is the top employer for PR Specialists.
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Public Relations SpecialistMiami, FL - A year ago
I always thought PR Specialists would aim for more prestigious companies, rather than American Income Life.
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What Industries Does Public Relations Specialist Typically Have Experience In?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of Public Relations Specialist: Professional / Scientific / Technical, Health Care, Education, Information Technology, Manufacturing. Public Relations Specialist employees most likely come from a Professional / Scientific / Technical industry background.
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Public Relations SpecialistNew York City, NY - A year ago
Ugh, PR specialists are just professional liars pretending to do damage control. 🤥
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Public Relations SpecialistAtlanta, GA - A year ago
Well, as a PR specialist, I can tell you that our job is about building relationships, managing crises, and creating positive narratives for brands. It's not all deception like y'all assume. 🙌

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How balanced is the gender diversity among people working as a Public Relations Specialist?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
This is a female-dominated profession with around
What is the most common age of a Public Relations Specialist?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
27 is the average age of people working as a Public Relations Specialist.
Is a Public Relations Specialist considered to be a senior profession?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
You need 6 years of experience to work as a Public Relations Specialist.
What industries does a Public Relations Specialist typically work in?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
Manufacturing is typical for a Public Relations Specialist to work in.
Speaking of higher education, do I need a degree as a Public Relations Specialist?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
Bachelor of Arts degree is the typical for a Public Relations Specialist
Which company are you working for as a Public Relations Specialist?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
It’s common for a Public Relations Specialist to work for Amazon, American Income Life and Rutgers University
How long do people usually work as a Public Relations Specialist when they switch to another position?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
4 years is the typical lifespan for a Public Relations Specialist.
How likely is it for people working as a Public Relations Specialist to switch companies still working as a Public Relations Specialist?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
On average a Public Relations Specialist works for only a few companies.
What occupations do people usually work in before becoming a Public Relations Specialist?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
Typical prior positions for a Public Relations Specialist are Account Executive, Public Relations Intern or Public Relations Coordinator
What can be the next step in your career path from Public Relations Specialist?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
Changing from a Public Relations Specialist to Public Relations Manager, Account Executive or Communications Manager is a typical career path.
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