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Agile Defense

Public Relations Associate

Mclean, VA · On-site

Previous experience in public relations or communications, preferably in national security, defense, government contracting, or related sectors. * Experience developing executive-level communication ...

Agile Defense

Public Relations Associate

Mclean, VA · On-site

Previous experience in public relations or communications, preferably in national security, defense, government contracting, or related sectors. * Experience developing executive-level communication ...

Magnet Defense

PR Manager

Miami, FL

We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, visionary, and experienced PR Manager with a ... Strong understanding of DoD, federal contracting, and defense industry communications sensitivities.

Calendly

Director of Brand & Advocacy

You will lead a talented team - a Social Media Lead, a Customer Advocacy Lead, and a PR Contractor - and be accountable for both the channel programs that maximize distribution and the compelling ...

HeyGen

PR Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$12K - $18K/mo

This is a full-time contractor role with the opportunity to convert into a full-time position as ... Lead PR efforts around product launches, partnerships, and company milestones. * Coordinate ...

AppDirect

Director, Media & Relations

San Francisco, CA · On-site

About the Role This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for a senior PR professional who wants ... Partner with our analyst relations contractor to coordinate messaging and briefings with firms like ...

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AppDirect

Director, Media & Relations

San Francisco, CA · On-site

About the Role This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for a senior PR professional who wants ... Partner with our analyst relations contractor to coordinate messaging and briefings with firms like ...

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Solomon Page

Public Relations Coordinator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$33/hr

We are looking for a Public Relations Coordinator for a top fashion company in NYC! * Pay $33/hr ... contracting and execution) and partnering with creative and social for all hi-produced TikTok lives.

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for public relations contractor in the United States is $83,626.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $97,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A typical day for a Public Relations Contractor involves developing and distributing press releases, reaching out to media contacts, monitoring news coverage, and strategizing on ways to enhance a client’s public image. Contractors often manage multiple client accounts simultaneously, requiring effective prioritization and organization of tasks. Collaboration with marketing, design, and leadership teams is common to ensure consistent messaging and campaign success. Expect a dynamic work environment where adaptability and proactive communication are key, as priorities may shift quickly in response to client or media needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Public Relations Contractor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Public Relations Contractor, you need expertise in crafting press releases, media pitching, brand messaging, and strategic communications, typically backed by a degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with media monitoring tools, project management platforms, and social media analytics software is often expected. Standout professionals demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, creativity, adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple projects independently. These qualities are crucial for building positive media relationships, effectively promoting client brands, and delivering results in a dynamic and deadline-driven environment.

What does a Public Relations Contractor do?

A Public Relations (PR) Contractor is a communications professional hired on a contract basis to manage and enhance a company's public image. They develop press releases, coordinate media outreach, handle crisis communication, and create strategic messaging to promote a brand or business. Unlike in-house PR staff, contractors work independently or with multiple clients, offering specialized expertise for specific campaigns or ongoing media relations. They may also assist with social media management, event planning, and influencer partnerships. Their goal is to ensure positive media coverage and maintain a favorable public perception.

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Public Relations Coordinator (Contractor)

Public Relations Coordinator (Contractor)

Crazy Maple Studio

Culver City, CA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Company Overview:

Crazy Maple Studio is a fast-growing company with offices in both the Bay Area and Los Angeles, focused on mobile gaming, reading, and video streaming. We are proud to have a global team that drives our innovation and success across diverse markets.

Our flagship platform, ReelShort, is the #1 vertical streaming app in the U.S., with over 5 million DAU, delivering bite-sized episodic content that keeps viewers hooked. Other standout products include Chapters, where users shape immersive stories across drama, fantasy, and romance, and My Fiction, a platform for consuming and creating serialized romance.

We're proud to be recognized as one of the Global Most Loved Workplaces 2025, reflecting our commitment to innovation, creativity, and an employee-first culture!

Position Overview:

Crazy Maple Studio is seeking a Public Relations (PR) Coordinator to help scale our external communications function as media interest, partnerships, and earned opportunities continue to grow. Reporting to the PR Manager, this role is a key operator on the Communications team-supporting the strategy, execution, and measurement of campaigns that build ReelShort's visibility and audience across the entertainment ecosystem.

This is an operationally focused role designed to maximize the ROI of our PR efforts. The PR Coordinator will help convert media interest into placements, build the systems that allow our communications to scale, and contribute to the talent and influencer programs that extend the ReelShort brand. The ideal candidate is organized, fast-moving, and excited about the vertical storytelling space.

Responsibilities:

Media Strategy & Outreach

  • Track entertainment, media, and cultural trends-particularly those shaping the vertical storytelling space-and surface earned media opportunities aligned with ReelShort's growth priorities
  • Build and maintain strategic media databases across entertainment, business, lifestyle, and trade press to support targeted outreach for announcements, launches, and brand campaigns
  • Drive media follow-up and placement execution, helping convert outreach into secured coverage across launches, talent moments, and partnership announcements

Communications Operations

  • Operationalize announcement rollouts by managing editorial calendars, coverage trackers, embargo timelines, and clipping reports that measure campaign impact and inform future strategy
  • Maintain the systems and documentation that allow the PR function to scale-templates, asset libraries, status trackers, and reporting workflows
  • Support the preparation of briefing materials, media kits, talking points, and post-campaign recaps

Events, Talent & Influencer Ecosystem

  • Coordinate industry event presence and activations that elevate ReelShort's visibility across the entertainment industry, including logistics, run-of-show, and on-site execution
  • Support talent and influencer coordination in partnership with internal stakeholders, helping develop the creator ecosystem that extends ReelShort's reach
  • Partner with the social media team to align earned, owned, and influencer moments around key campaigns

Requirements

  • BA/BS degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field-or equivalent professional experience
  • Internship or 1-2 years of professional experience within entertainment, media, communications, or a related agency environment
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-output environment
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Professional, collaborative, and proactive mindset, with sound judgment when representing the brand externally
  • Genuine interest in entertainment, media, and the vertical storytelling space

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior PR agency, in-house communications, or entertainment publicity experience
  • Familiarity with media monitoring and PR tools (e.g., Muck Rack, Cision, Meltwater)
  • Experience supporting talent, influencer, or creator-led campaigns
  • Spanish language proficiency is preferred but not required
  • Exposure to short-form video, streaming, or mobile-first entertainment platforms

Benefits

Compensation for this role will be determined based on experience and skills. A finalized pay range will be communicated during the hiring process.

Crazy Maple Studio, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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