Public Relations Specialist Career Research and Resources

Merck & Co., Inc.

Media & Communication - Public Relations Specialist - Rahway, NJ

Directed all aspects of the public affairs function for Merck’s largest research and manufacturing facility with responsibility for company reputation, internal communications for approximately 4,500 employees, external communications and media relations, and operational acceptance through community outreach. Managed staff. and an annual contributions budget of $500K. Liaison with community and partner to non-profit organi...

Avg. Salary: $95,000   ·    Company Rank: 4.0 out of 5

Merck & Co., Inc.

Media & Communication - Public Relations Specialist - Whitehouse Station, NJ

Held various positions involving community acceptance of operations, community and environmental relations, state and governmental relations, responsible for internal safety/environmental communications. Provided guidance documents for implementing new regulations.

Avg. Salary: $95,000   ·    Company Rank: 4.0 out of 5

X FLag Football

Media & Communication - Public Relations Specialist - San Diego, CA

•Oversee four separate field locations and approximately 45 teams; responsibilities include hiring officials and field statisticians, contacting teams and players, creating game schedules and player online statistics, field negotiations, provide team waivers and rosters, and collect team registrations and referee fees •Sales and marketing responsibilities; including distributing brochures, signs, online advertising, and de...

Avg. Salary: $46,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION

Media & Communication - Public Relations Specialist - Washington, DC

Responsible for all Advocacy web content on the organization's public and internal websites. Developed marketing strategy for the department to increase exposure in news media. Used an integrated approach to educate volunteers and policymakers through use of social media. Maintain an effective marketing and advertising system to control department expenses and activities within the Advocacy department.

Avg. Salary: $40,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

NATIONAL OSTEOPOROSIS FOUNDATION

Media & Communication - Public Relations Specialist - Washington, DC

This position was split between two departments within the organization. As the Assistant to the Director of Communications and Communications Manger, performed general office functions, conducting research and handled media outreach. As the Specialist for the NIH Related Bones Diseases department, handled inquires from the general public and distributed fact sheets and brochures.

Avg. Salary: $40,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

Good Technology

Media & Communication - Public Relations Specialist - Redwood City, CA

Responsible for developing and implementing company’s global corporate marketing and communication strategies including public relations, advertising, marketing communications, sales support, events and lead generation. Work with members of global direct and channel sales team to drive and support sell through activities. Ensure consistent communication of Good’s corporate vision, maintaining a favorable image of the compan...

Avg. Salary: $152,500   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

ACCESS (formerly PalmSource, Inc.)

Media & Communication - Public Relations Specialist - Sunnyvale, CA

Lead company’s global communication strategies and initiatives, including public relations, marketing and employee communications and major promotional events. Collaborate with teams in Japan and China to ensure coordinated global delivery of press releases, brochures, data sheets and web content. Champion company positioning/messaging activities and serve as primary spokesperson in the U.S. and Europe. • Positioned ACCESS...

Avg. Salary: $152,500   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

Cable & Wireless (formerly Exouds Communiations)

Media & Communication - Public Relations Specialist - Santa Clara, CA

Built corporate communications department, including staffing 15 worldwide positions and managing a $1M budget. Managed global PR team and supervised activities of outside agencies. Oversaw media relations and created corporate positioning/messaging. Official company spokesperson for all company issues including legal matters and quarterly results. In 2002, responsibilities expanded to include customer programs. • Created...

Avg. Salary: $152,500   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

American Bank of Commerce

Media & Communication - Public Relations Specialist - Provo, UT

As the manager of loan processing, I ensure that loans are processed quickly and accurately to help the bank generate a profit. I also monitor and analyze the bank's public image through market analysis.

Avg. Salary: $70,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

The Summit Group

Media & Communication - Public Relations Specialist - Salt Lake City, UT

Avg. Salary: $70,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available