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PR Consultant

JK is a women-owned communications agency that helps companies tell powerful, purposeful stories–reaching everyone from customers to employees to investors. As we expand our capabilities to include Public Relations, we’re seeking a seasoned PR Consultant (or boutique firm) to help us shape and grow this function.

about the role

We’re looking for a strategic partner who can flex between big-picture thinking and hands-on execution. You’ll collaborate with us on both business development and client delivery–providing PR insights during pitches, helping us shape smart offerings, and leading or supporting the PR work we win together.

We’re open to different partnership models, but experience working with creative agencies is a big plus.

What you’ll do

Pitch & proposal support

Advise on PR strategy and positioning during new business opportunities and RFPs

Build & support sellable offerings

Help define and PR services for integration into our broader capabilities

Client execution

Lead or support the execution of PR campaigns across earned, shared, and owned channels

Strategic counsel

Align PR efforts with brand, marketing, and communications strategies

Content & messaging

Craft compelling press materials, pitches, thought leadership, and executive comms

Media relations

Bring strong national and trade media relationships across key verticals

Measurement

Define KPIs and provide campaign reporting and analysis

Location

Remote

Compensation

Project basis or hourly rate of at least $65.00 per hour (USD).

Equal Opportunity Employer

JK is an equal opportunity employer. JK prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws (protected characteristics). It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.

Must-have experience
(7+ years)

  • Media strategy & campaign planning
  • Media outreach & placement success
  • Media training & coaching
  • Reputation management & monitoring
  • Content development & editorial oversight

Preferred industry experience

  • Professional Services
  • Pharma/Healthcare
  • CPG/OTC
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Education

Who you are

  • A trusted PR pro with a strategic mindset
  • Comfortable interacting with senior clients and media
  • Excellent writer and pitch developer
  • Adept at simplifying complex or regulated subject matter
  • Collaborative, responsive, and great with deadlines
Interested?

Interested?

We’d love to hear from consultants, experienced freelancers, or small firms. To be considered, please send:

  • Overview of services and team bios
  • Relevant case studies or examples of past work (URL or PDF)
  • Media placement highlights (URL or PDF)
  • Typical availability and turnaround times
  • Sample scope and fee structure