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How much do freelance media relations jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance media relations in the United States is $93,829.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,000.00 and $117,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Media Relations vs Freelance Public Relations?

AspectFreelance Media RelationsFreelance Public Relations
CredentialsMedia relations experience, communication skillsPR strategies, communication skills, media experience
Work EnvironmentClient sites, media outlets, remoteClient offices, media events, remote
Industry UsageMedia outreach, press releases, journalist contactsBrand management, reputation, stakeholder communication

Freelance Media Relations focuses on building relationships with journalists and media outlets to secure coverage, while Freelance Public Relations encompasses broader strategies to manage a client's overall public image. Both roles require strong communication skills and media knowledge, but Media Relations is more specialized in media outreach, whereas Public Relations covers wider reputation management activities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Freelance Media Relations Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Media Relations Specialist, you need strong written and verbal communication skills, a deep understanding of media landscapes, and experience in public relations or communications. Familiarity with media monitoring tools, press release distribution platforms, and CRM systems is typically required. Relationship-building, adaptability, and strategic thinking are crucial soft skills for excelling in this role. These abilities enable specialists to secure media coverage, effectively manage client reputations, and respond proactively to media opportunities or crises.

How do freelance media relations professionals typically structure their client communications and manage multiple accounts effectively?

Freelance media relations professionals often juggle several clients at once, which requires excellent organizational and communication skills. They typically use project management tools and maintain clear schedules to stay on top of deadlines, media pitches, and follow-ups. Regular check-ins, status updates, and transparent reporting help ensure clients are informed and engaged. Building strong relationships with both clients and journalists is essential, so setting clear expectations and maintaining proactive communication are key strategies for success in this role.

What are freelance media relations?

Freelance media relations involve independent professionals who help organizations or individuals manage their public image and relationships with the media. These freelancers pitch stories, write press releases, arrange interviews, and work to secure positive coverage in newspapers, magazines, TV, radio, and online outlets. Unlike in-house PR staff, freelance media relations specialists typically work on a project or contract basis, providing flexibility and specialized expertise to a variety of clients. Their goal is to build and maintain a positive public perception through effective communication with journalists and media outlets.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Media Relations job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 23% Contract, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 60% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 38% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,829 per year, or $45.1 per hour.

$131K - $136K/yr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Company Description

At Saatchi we believe in creating ideas that can live anywhere. And we believe that when we work as a team, nothing is impossible. We strive to bring out the best in each other and in ourselves and expect applicants to understand the value of close collaboration. We also believe that creating transformational work requires initiative, an entrepreneurial spirit and a bold commitment to achieving measurable results and business success for the Clients we service.

Job Description

The Freelance Social Media Supervisor is a strategic leader responsible for developing and leading integrated social strategies that drive brand visibility and measurable business results. Cross-discipline experience is preferred with a balance of subject matter expertise in both Inuencers and Paid Social media. You will lead the development of audience-rst, insight-led social campaigns-blending community engagement, inuencer/creator partnerships, and cultural moments with precision-targeted paid media execution.

This role has an immediate start date, with an end date of December 18, 2026.

Responsibilities

 

  • Integrated Strategy & Planning
    • Develop and present comprehensive social media strategies (Inuencer and Paid) that align with business, marketing, audience, and community objectives.
    • Lead the development of media plans (Paid, Inuencer and both) to strategically meet specic campaign goals.
    • Translate brand and performance objectives into media planning frameworks and tactical recommendations.
    • Identify emerging social trends and platform capabilities, translating them into actionable, brand-right opportunities.
    • Collaborate with additional teams to develop platform-native content strategies and briefs.
      Campaign Execution & Management
    • Lead end-to-end inuencer, creator, and ambassador programs, including sourcing, vetting, approvals, execution, optimization, and reporting.
    • Oversee campaign architecture, including platform mix, ighting, budget allocation, and audience targeting.
    • Ensure awless execution by managing brieng, timelines, resources, and cross-functional workows.
    • Supervise the setup and documentation of campaigns, ensuring accuracy in media tools, IOs, and ad-tech implementation (tagging, brand safety, etc.).
    • Maintain partnerships with key social media platforms and external agency partners
      Client Management & Leadership
    • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, presenting strategies, campaign updates, performance learnings, and tactical POVs.
    • Manage expectations, provide timely communication, and ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
    • Supervise and mentor Social Media Planners, Coordinators, and Assistants, fostering career development and workload management.
    • Provide thought leadership on social media best practices, industry research, and performance optimization.
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      Performance & Optimization
    • Track campaign performance against KPIs, conducting post-campaign analyses to turn data into future strategy opportunities.
    • Analyze Paid and Inuencer data to identify trends, optimize performance, and troubleshoot campaign discrepancies.
    • Manage campaign budgets, billing, and invoicing reconciliation.
    • Ensure adherence to platform best practices, FTC guidelines, and brand safety standards.
Qualifications
  • Experience: 4-5 years in media planning, integrated strategy, or social media management (Agency experience highly preferred).
  • Dual Expertise Preferred: Strong, demonstrated understanding of both Inuencer strategy (inuencers, content strategy) and Paid social (ad products, targeting, buying tools, performance marketing).
  • Platform Prociency: In-depth knowledge of major social platforms, their ecosystems, ad units, and emerging media trends.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to translate raw data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
  • Technical Literacy: Prociency with media tools and systems such as:
    • Planning/Ad Tech: Social Platform Ad Managers, Prisma, GCM/Campaign Manager 360, Sprinklr, Nielsen, IAS, MediaTools, etc.
    • Research: MRI, Comscore, Commspoint, NMI, or similar tools.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; experienced in writing and presenting strategic, executive-level documents.
  • Soft Skills: Proven ability to collaborate with internal and external teams (Creative, PR, Account, Analytics, Clients), manage complex projects, and adapt to fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
  • Industry Focus: Automotive or retail media experience is highly desirable.
Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Difference" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMTTACompliance@publicis.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 Compensation Range: USD $36.08 - USD $55.30/Hourly. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 8/10/2026.Employment Type: TEMPORARY