Senior PR Manager/Director (National Media)

Job Description Job Description Apply now: Senior PR Manager/Director (National Media), location is Remote. The start date is ASAP for this contract position. Job Title: Senior PR Manager/Director (National Media) Location-Type: Remote (U.S. – EST/CST preferred) Start Date Is: ASAP Duration: ~6 months (contract, with extension potential) Compensation Range: $40/hr – $49/hr Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship . Job Description: Senior PR professional driving national media placements and managing high-visibility, evolving public affairs narratives. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Pitch and secure placements in Tier 1 national media outlets (print, digital, broadcast) Build and leverage relationships with national journalists and editors Manage ongoing, evolving narratives (crisis-style communications) Collaborate with internal PR team members on strategy and execution Develop PR strategies to elevate national visibility Create and maintain editorial calendars aligned to campaign goals Execute day-to-day outreach and media engagement efforts Requirements: Must-Haves: Proven success securing placements in Tier 1 national media Strong existing relationships with national journalists and outlets Experience in hard news, public affairs, or crisis communications Ability to both execute and contribute to PR strategy Demonstrated success managing evolving, time-sensitive storylines Nice-to-Haves: Experience developing editorial calendars and PR frameworks Background in government, public sector, or regulated industries Ability to lead strategy while remaining hands-on Flexibility to support multiple accounts