Public Relations Coordinator

Philly PR Girl; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Philly PR Girl is seeking a dynamic PR Coordinator to join our in-house team in Center City, Philadelphia. You will craft compelling press materials, build media lists, and secure local coverage across TV, print, digital, and radio.

You’ll manage multiple clients with strong attention to deadlines, mentor junior staff, assist with events, and collaborate with digital, social, and events teams to ensure cohesive messaging for campaigns across the city.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 1–3 years of public relations experience (agency experience and Philadelphia market preferred).
• Proven ability to secure local media coverage.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple clients.
• Experience supporting or executing events is a plus.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, TikTok).
• Self-starter with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Writing and editing press releases, media alerts, pitches, and client communications
• Building and maintaining targeted media lists across local and regional outlets
• Proactively pitching stories and securing earned media coverage (TV, print, digital, radio)
• Assisting in the management of multiple client accounts with strong attention to detail and deadlines
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members or interns
• Assisting with event planning, media outreach, and on-site coordination
• Collaborating with internal teams (digital, social, events) to ensure cohesive messaging
• Monitoring media coverage and providing client reporting and recaps
• Staying up to date on Philadelphia news, trends, and media opportunities

Skills

Strong writing

Media relations

Organizational skills

Time management

Proactive mindset

Event coordination

Mentoring juniors

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field

Job description

Location: Center City Philadelphia

Type: Full-Time, In-Person

Philly PR Girl is seeking a dynamic, media-savvy PR Coordinator to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who understands the Philadelphia media landscape, can craft compelling narratives, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

We’re looking for a strong writer and strategic thinker who is eager to take ownership of client accounts, secure meaningful media coverage, and contribute to impactful campaigns and events across the city.

Responsibilities

• Writing and editing press releases, media alerts, pitches, and client communications
• Building and maintaining targeted media lists across local and regional outlets
• Proactively pitching stories and securing earned media coverage (TV, print, digital, radio)
• Assisting in the management of multiple client accounts with strong attention to detail and deadlines
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members or interns
• Assisting with event planning, media outreach, and on-site coordination
• Collaborating with internal teams (digital, social, events) to ensure cohesive messaging
• Monitoring media coverage and providing client reporting and recaps
• Staying up to date on Philadelphia news, trends, and media opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field
• 1-3 years of public relations experience (agency experience and Philadelphia market preferred)
• Proven ability to secure local media coverage
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple clients
• Experience supporting or executing events is a plus
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, TikTok)
• Self-starter with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Why Philly PR Girl

At Philly PR Girl, we operate as a true team, collaborative, fast-paced, and always all hands on deck. You’ll work across a diverse range of clients and events throughout Philadelphia, gaining hands-on experience and meaningful opportunities for growth.

We’re a close-knit team that takes pride in delivering impactful work for clients who are deeply connected to the city. We value creativity, initiative, and people who are motivated to grow their careers while contributing to something bigger.