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How much do hourly conservation media jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly conservation media in the United States is $49.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.36 and $51.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Conservation Media vs Conservation Media?

AspectHourly Conservation MediaConservation Media
CredentialsTypically requires media or communications certifications, relevant degrees in environmental communication or journalismSimilar credentials, often with additional specialization in environmental or conservation topics
Work EnvironmentFreelance, project-based, or hourly roles often involving remote work or on-site media productionFull-time or part-time roles within organizations, agencies, or media outlets focused on conservation topics
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by freelance media specialists, environmental organizations, and conservation projectsEmployed by NGOs, government agencies, or media companies dedicated to conservation issues

Hourly Conservation Media typically refers to freelance or hourly-paid media professionals working on conservation projects, while Conservation Media often describes full-time roles within organizations focused on environmental communication. Both roles require similar credentials and work environments, but differ mainly in employment structure and scope.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Conservation Media job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,999 per year, or $49.5 per hour.
Media Specialist

$45K - $57K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Missouri Department Of Conservation rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

509th of 649 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

Requisition Id: 4466
Salary: $45,996.00 - $57,396.00
Salary Grade: S7
Job Location: Anita B Gorman Discovery Ctr (KANSA1)
Closing Date: June 30, 2026
Our Culture: The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals that is dedicated to our mission, responsible stewards, and believe in One MDC.
To learn more about the job, feel free to contact the hiring supervisor,Jill C Pritchard at Jill.Pritchard@mdc.mo.gov or at 573-522-4115, ext. 3243, during regular business hours. We would love to hear from you!
Summary/Objective
Collaborate with the media and the public to promote the Missouri Department of Conservation.
Essential Job Duties
  • Facilitate media coverage of MDC activities through news releases, interviews and other contacts with media outlets.
  • Prepare articles and news releases and ensure delivery through the proper channels.
  • Answer media/reporter inquiries about conservation issues or programs, supply information, and connect reporters or producers with MDC staff for interviews or information.
  • Respond to queries from general public received via e-mail, phone call and walk-in visitation.
  • Coordinate ad purchases (radio and television) by negotiating contracts, assisting with design and/or production, placing of ads with media outlets, and making sure invoices are paid.
  • Monitor spending in compliance with budget.
  • Coach field staff in media interaction, interviewing and effective writing.

Ancillary Job Duties
  • Serve on internal and external committees, special events, trade shows, etc.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Public Relations, or related
  • Two years of combined experience in news media, public relations and/or forestry/fish/wildlife management.
  • Must maintain a current, valid driver's license.
  • Experience working with the media preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to use office equipment, such as copier, multi-line phone system, fax machine, scanner, and computer.
  • Forestry/Fish/Wildlife experience, preferred.
  • Comfort communicating with members of the media.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with citizens, city and county officials, university faculty and administrators, civic groups, Department staff and members of other news media.
  • Ability to provide quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Ability to work varying shifts and hours, as needed.
  • Ability to travel and stay overnight.

Work Environment
  • Regularly work in a standard office environment.
  • Occasionally work in outdoor weather environments (cold/hot/humid/wet).

Physical Abilities
  • Remain in a stationary position up to 70% of the time.
  • Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
  • Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
  • Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.
  • Three-dimensional vision- ability to judge distance and space relationships.
  • Regularly lift up to 10 pounds, correctly lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements.
Exemption Status/Special Notes
This position has been determined to be Exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy.
Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed.
MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment.
The Department of Conservation will only hire United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment.
Candidates seeking initial employment or re-employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment.
All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.

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The Attorney General serves as the chief legal officer of the State of Missouri as mandated by our Constitution. The Attorney General is elected by Missouri voters, serves a four-year term, and is not subject to constitutional term limits. The Attorney General’s Office represents and provides legal advice to most state agencies; defends challenges to the validity of state laws; enforces civil law, including consumer protection and environmental laws; defends the State’s interest in civil actions, including bankruptcies, workers’ compensation claims, professional licensing cases, and habeas corpus actions filed by state and federal inmates; and serves as a special prosecutor in criminal cases when appointed. In addition, the Office handles all appeals statewide from felony convictions. The Attorney General’s Office brings and defends lawsuits on behalf of the State and prepares formal legal opinions requested by State officers, legislators, or county attorneys on issues of law. The Office represents the State in litigation at all levels ranging from a variety of administrative tribunals to the U.S. Supreme Court. The Office also includes an Office of Solicitor General, who represents the interests of the state in appellate and national matters.

Industry

Public administration

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Jefferson City, MO, US

Year founded

1865