Emerging PR & Communications Coordinator — Hybrid NYC

Burson; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Burson, part of WPP, is seeking an early-career communications professional to shape external messaging, brand development, and event activations at major industry events. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and collaborate across creative, digital, operations, and markets to advance Burson’s strategic priorities and strengthen its brand.

Based in a hybrid in-office model, you will gain hands-on agency experience in the PR field while contributing to Burson’s reputation and growth, including

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across formats.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Hands-on experience with AI and willingness to evolve with tools.

Responsibilities

• Track category trends to sharpen communications strategies, messaging, content development and outreach.
• Draft and edit content packages for press releases, pitches, bylines and presentations.
• Translate one message into many, tailoring content for different audiences and markets.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office

AI experience

Project management tools

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Burson, part of WPP, is seeking an early-career communications professional to shape external messaging, brand development, and event activations at major industry events. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and collaborate across creative, digital, operations, and markets to advance Burson’s strategic priorities and strengthen its brand.

Based in a hybrid in-office model, you will gain hands-on agency experience in the PR field while contributing to Burson’s reputation and growth, including