Public Relations Associate (5038) Job at NextPath Career Partners in Clearwater

Overview

NextPath Career Partners, on behalf of our client, is seeking a Public Relations Associate to join their team in Clearwater, FL. This is a hybrid, part-time contract position. Base pay range: $50,000.00/yr - $50,000.00/yr. Hourly pay: $25-$27/hr (depending on experience).
Note: This posting does not guarantee employment and pay will be based on skills and experience.

Location

Clearwater, FL

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of PR strategies and campaigns.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Maintain and update media contact lists and databases.
• Monitor media coverage and compile regular reports on PR performance.
• Coordinate interviews, press events, and media briefings.
• Support crisis communication efforts as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams (account, social media, content) to ensure message consistency.
• Track and manage PR calendars, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Research media trends, journalist interests, and competitor PR activity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in PR, communications, or a related role. Internships NOT included in this.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools (e.g., Cision, Meltwater) and PR software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time contract (hybrid)

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

About NextPath Career Partners

NextPath Career Partners is a candidate-centric recruiting firm focused on your career goals. Our team has over 80 years of combined experience helping clients across local and national markets in sales, creative, marketing, and staffing on direct, contract-to-perm, and contract (project) bases.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to apply

Please email your resume to apply@nextpathcp.com for a recruiter to engage.