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Spotlight PR LLC

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Media Relations Associate

Columbus, OH · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Spotlight PR LLC is a public relations firm servicing entrepreneurs, celebrities, executives and organizations committed to social and racial justice. We believe good people doing good work deserve ...

Spotlight PR LLC

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Media Relations Associate

Columbus, OH · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Spotlight PR LLC is a public relations firm servicing entrepreneurs, celebrities, executives and organizations committed to social and racial justice. We believe good people doing good work deserve ...

Spotlight PR LLC

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Media Relations Associate

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Spotlight PR LLC is a public relations firm servicing entrepreneurs, celebrities, executives and organizations committed to social and racial justice. We believe good people doing good work deserve ...

Spotlight PR LLC

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Media Relations Associate

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Spotlight PR LLC is a public relations firm servicing entrepreneurs, celebrities, executives and organizations committed to social and racial justice. We believe good people doing good work deserve ...

Gesture US, Inc

Media & PR Relations Intern

New York, NY · On-site

$12 - $18/hr

Media & PR Relations Intern Location: ONSITE / IN-OFFICE NYC / HYBRID Internship Duration: 6 MONTHS ... Intern of the Month Spotlight: Featured across Gesture's LinkedIn and internal newsletter. CEO ...

Gesture

Media & PR Relations Intern

New York, NY · On-site

$12 - $18/hr

Media & PR Relations Intern Location: ONSITE / IN-OFFICE NYC / HYBRID Internship Duration: 6 MONTHS ... Intern of the Month Spotlight: Featured across Gesture's LinkedIn and internal newsletter. CEO ...

Gesture

Media & PR Relations Intern

New York, NY

$12 - $18/hr

Media & PR Relations Intern Location: ONSITE / IN-OFFICE NYC / HYBRID Internship Duration: 6 MONTHS ... Intern of the Month Spotlight: Featured across Gesture's LinkedIn and internal newsletter. CEO ...

J/PR

Senior Publicist

San Diego, CA · On-site

$70 - $73/hr

... PR Couture Spotlight Agency of the Year, and Crain's Best Places to Work (to name a few). At J/PR, we're incredibly intentional about our company culture, and we wholeheartedly believe in a work ...

J/PR

Senior Publicist

San Diego, CA · On-site

... PR Couture Spotlight Agency of the Year, and Crain's Best Places to Work (to name a few). At J/PR, we're incredibly intentional about our company culture, and we wholeheartedly believe in a work ...

J/PR

Join the Talent Pool

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

... PR Couture Spotlight Agency of the Year, and Crain's Best Places to Work (to name a few). At J/PR, we're incredibly intentional about our company culture, and we whole-heartedly believe in a work ...

J/PR

Account Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100 - $120/hr

... PR Couture Spotlight Agency of the Year, and Crain's Best Places to Work (to name a few). At J/PR, we're incredibly intentional about our company culture, and we wholeheartedly believe in a work ...

J/PR

Account Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

... PR Couture Spotlight Agency of the Year, and Crain's Best Places to Work (to name a few). At J/PR, we're incredibly intentional about our company culture, and we wholeheartedly believe in a work ...

Houston First

Manager, Media Relations

Houston, TX · On-site

Research topics and trends, and develops storylines designed to put Houston First in the spotlight ... Tracks PR metrics such as media impressions, coverage sentiment, and campaign performance.

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Media Relations Associate

Spotlight PR LLC

Columbus, OH • On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Spotlight PR LLC is a public relations firm servicing entrepreneurs, celebrities, executives and organizations committed to social and racial justice. We believe good people doing good work deserve high-quality public relations support. We are seeking a connected and passionate Media Relations Associate to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a key bridge between our clients and colleagues, producers, editors, and content creators across print, digital, broadcast, and podcast platforms. You bring an established media rolodex, a journalistic instinct, and a genuine commitment to social justice storytelling.

1. Work Arrangement

• Position based in Columbus, OH

• Primarily in-office work with 1 remote day per week

• 40 hours per week; schedule is generally 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with flexibility required to accommodate client needs and campaign cycles.

• Candidates must be Columbus-based

2. Key Responsibilities

Media Outreach & Relationship Management

  • Cultivate, maintain, and grow relationships with journalists, producers, and editors across local, regional, and national media outlets
  • Serve as a daily point of contact for media inquiries and proactively pitch compelling story angles
  • Identify and pursue earned media opportunities aligned with client campaigns and news cycles

Strategic Communications

  • Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, pitches, talking points, and briefing documents
  • Develop targeted media lists and tailor pitches to individual journalists’ beats and interests
  • Monitor news cycles and advise clients on optimal timing for media engagement
  • Support crisis communications response, including rapid media outreach and message management

Client Support

  • Prepare clients for media interviews, including briefing materials and media training coordination
  • Track and report media coverage with qualitative and quantitative analysis
  • Participate in client calls and contribute to strategic communications planning

3. Qualifications

Required

  • 4+ years of experience in public relations, journalism, communications, or a related field
  • Demonstrated, active relationships with journalists and media professionals — you have a real rolodex, not just a contact list
  • Strong familiarity with the Columbus media landscape and its key players; national media contacts are a significant plus
  • Experience pitching media and securing earned coverage across multiple platform types (broadcast, print/digital, podcast)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with sharp attention to detail
  • Deep personal or professional commitment to social justice, equity, and advocacy
  • Ability to manage multiple client priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with media databases such as Meltwater or MuckRack

Preferred

  • Experience working within a PR agency, political campaign or labor union
  • Existing relationships with Columbus-based or national outlets
  • Background in or knowledge of policy, civil rights, criminal justice reform, or related issue areas

Why Join Us

• Work with clients whose missions you believe in

• Competitive salary of $55,000 – $65,000 based on experience

• Professional development and continued relationship-building opportunities

• A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven team culture

• PTO and paid holidays

How to Apply

Upload your resume, a brief cover letter, and a media credential sheet (a list of two of your journalist relationships, their beats, and your history with each). Please note that applications must include a media credential sheet to be considered. We appreciate your interest and kindly ask that you refrain from phone inquiries at this time.

Company Description

We are a leading social justice public relations firm committed to amplifying voices, advancing equity, and driving systemic change. Joining our team means being part of a purpose-driven environment where your media relationships don’t just generate coverage, they generate impact.