Remote Senior Media Relations Strategist

twentysix; New York (NY); Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Health & wellness

401(k) plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid holidays & PTO

Family leave

Well-being programs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

M Booth & Associates is seeking a Senior Media Relations Strategist to lead earned media efforts and drive high-impact coverage. You’ll manage media relations across multiple industries, mentor junior staff, and shape strategic campaigns that resonate with target audiences.

The role emphasizes independent work, creative thinking, and strong writing skills, with a hybrid NYC-area work policy and attractive compensation. Join a bold, people-first culture that values equity and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of earned media experience on the agency side.
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Thorough understanding of earned media relations and relationships with key contacts across industries.
• Understanding of GEO, AI, and emerging media platforms.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task in a team environment.
• Creative, strategic thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail; positive and flexible attitude.
• Solution-oriented mindset; advanced writing, editing and research abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in consumer media verticals (spirits, entertainment, lifestyle, consumer tech).
• Develop media strategies for tentpoles and news engines; drive coverage; draft press materials; pitch reporters; build media relationships.
• Serve as day-to-day client contact and manage earned media communications.
• Mentor junior team members on pitching, follow-ups, and relationship-building.
• Understand client programming; contribute brainstorming and strategy recommendations.
• Lead parts of new business opportunities and identify growth within accounts.
• Propose cross-functional collaborations and real-time ideas to elevate work.
• Provide insights on trends, competition, and client business.
• Staff media events and liaise with media contacts on-site.

Skills

Earned media

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Writing & editing

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

M Booth & Associates is seeking a Senior Media Relations Strategist to lead earned media efforts and drive high-impact coverage. You’ll manage media relations across multiple industries, mentor junior staff, and shape strategic campaigns that resonate with target audiences.

The role emphasizes independent work, creative thinking, and strong writing skills, with a hybrid NYC-area work policy and attractive compensation. Join a bold, people-first culture that values equity and innovation.