Director, Earned Media Strategy & Outreach

Hunter; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Work from anywhere in the US (up to 4 

weeks a year)

Training and development curriculum

DEI excellence initiative

Job summary

HUNTER is seeking a Director of Earned Media Strategy + Outreach to join the Tech Practice. You will craft media strategies, lead outreach, and secure coverage across traditional and non-traditional outlets while guiding an experienced team.

You will mentor staff, manage influencer engagement, and drive campaigns from planning to recaps. Expect a hybrid work model and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of PR agency experience in media outreach and strategy.
• 3+ years of experience managing people and leading teams.
• Degree in PR, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop media strategies and secure earned coverage across traditional and non-traditional outlets.
• Build and leverage relationships with media, influencers, and editors to secure interview opportunities.
• Edit and quality-check pitches, lists, key messages, and briefing books.

Skills

Media relations

PR strategy

People management

Communication

Education

Degree in PR/Journalism/Communications

Tools

Muckrack

Meltwater

Critical Mention

Microsoft Office

Job description

HUNTER is seeking a Director of Earned Media Strategy + Outreach to join the Tech Practice. You will craft media strategies, lead outreach, and secure coverage across traditional and non-traditional outlets while guiding an experienced team.

You will mentor staff, manage influencer engagement, and drive campaigns from planning to recaps. Expect a hybrid work model and ongoing professional development.