Fractional Public Relations Consultant

Debt.com; Florida; Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Go Fractional is seeking an experienced Public Relations Consultant for a 3–6 month contract to drive media strategy and external communications for our financial services brands. The role is in Davie, FL with hybrid/in-office preference; remote considered for the right candidate.

You will lead high-impact PR campaigns, craft press releases and outreach, manage media relationships, and coordinate content across digital PR, thought leadership, and brand authority initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of dedicated experience in public relations, agency or in-house within financial services or consumer finance.
• Required proficiency in Muck Rack and Qwoted for media intelligence and pitching.
• Established network of journalists, editors, and media contacts in business, consumer finance, and lifestyle sectors.
• Flawless writing and editing skills with AP style proficiency.
• Track record of managing multi-faceted campaigns and securing top-tier earned media.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor end-to-end PR campaigns for financial education and debt solutions.
• Leverage media relationships to secure broadcast, print, and digital coverage.
• Develop thought leadership content, op-eds, surveys, and expert commentary for executives.
• Draft press releases, advisories, pitches, talking points, and Q&A briefs.
• Integrate digital PR tactics (SEO outreach, online distribution, link building) into campaigns.
• Use PR platforms like Muck Rack and Qwoted to monitor requests and build media lists.
• Track campaign performance and report on media sentiment and reach monthly.

Skills

Public relations

Campaign management

Media relations

Writing

Digital PR

Tools

Muck Rack

Qwoted

Job description

Job Title: Public Relations Consultant / Contract Specialist (Financial Services & Debt Solutions)

Location: Davie, FL (Hybrid/In-office preferred; Remote considered for the right candidate)

Duration: 3–6 Months (Contract)

Type: Full-time or Part-time / Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, proactive Public Relations Consultant for a 3-to-6-month contract to drive media strategy, campaign management, and external communications for our financial services and debt solutions brands.

In this role, you will lead high-impact PR campaigns, develop compelling content, and leverage your existing roster of financial, consumer, and business media contacts to secure high-value placements. You will elevate our thought leadership presence, craft press releases, and execute digital PR strategies that align with our marketing and brand objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Campaign Management: Plan, execute, and monitor end-to-end PR campaigns tailored to financial education, debt relief, and personal finance solutions.
• Media Relations & Pitching: Leverage relationships with national, regional, and industry journalists, editors, and producers to secure broadcast, print, and top-tier digital media coverage.
• Thought Leadership: Brainstorm, outline, and pitch innovative thought leadership concepts, op-eds, survey insights, and expert commentary for senior executives.
• Content Creation: Draft press releases, media advisories, pitch letters, talking points, and Q&A briefs that comply with AP style standards.
• Digital PR Strategy: Integrate digital PR tactics (SEO-driven outreach, online news distribution, link building, and social amplification) into broader media campaigns.
• PR Platform Management: Utilize platforms like Muck Rack and Qwoted to monitor journalist requests, build media lists, track coverage, and manage expert commentary opportunities.
• Reporting & Analytics: Track, measure, and report on PR campaign performance, media sentiment, and reach metrics monthly.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 3–5 years of dedicated experience in public relations, agency or in-house, preferably within financial services, personal finance, debt management, or consumer fintech.
• PR Tools Mastery: Required proficiency in Muck Rack and Qwoted for media intelligence, pitching, and journalist engagement.
• Media Contacts: An established network of active journalists, finance columnists, and media contacts in business, consumer finance, and lifestyle sectors.
• Writing Excellence: Flawless writing and editing skills. Mastery of AP style, broadcast copy, and executive interview prep materials.
• Track Record: Proven ability to manage multi-faceted campaigns from concept to execution and consistently secure top-tier earned media placements.
• Digital PR Savvy: Understanding of how PR intersects with LLMs. AEO, digital content, and brand authority building.
• Location: Local candidates near Davie, FL who can work hybrid/in-office are highly preferred; fully remote options will be considered for exceptional applicants with strong track records.

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience executing surveys or data-driven news releases.
• Familiarity with PR wire services (e.g., PR Newswire or GlobeNewswire).
• Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment with minimal ramp‑up time.