Media Relations Specialist

Founded in 2004, Team Epiphany is a leading full-service creative agencybuilt on authentic relationships and cultural influence.As pioneers in influencer marketing, we have redefined how brands engage with communities.We specialize in creative strategy, design, production, experiential activations, and innovative campaign development.Our clients include global brands such as Delta, P&G, Ciroc, Amazon, and Coca-Cola.With a dynamic team of approximately 100 creatives, we pride ourselves on delivering impactful, non-traditional marketing solutions that shape culture.

JOB DESCRIPTION
We’re looking for a culturally fluent and highly motivatedMedia Relations Specialist/Publicist to join our Public Relations team. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings a sharp understanding of both traditional and emerging media landscapes. You’ll work across our full roster of clients in lifestyle, entertainment, fashion, spirits, and more to help shape the narrative and amplify the stories that matter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide day-to-day support forTeam Epiphany’s Associate PR Director and other team members

Develop and maintain targeted media lists across categories and platforms

Monitor media coverage and create detailed campaign recaps and reports

Identify trends and news cycles to pitch relevant, creative stories

Draft compelling press materials, including releases, media alerts, and pitches

Build and nurture relationships with media contacts across lifestyle, entertainment, pop culture, business, and spirits

Collaborate closely with social media, strategy, and experiential teams to align campaign messaging

Stay ahead of cultural trends to bring fresh, relevant POVs to internal and external brainstorms

Identify and manage submissions for agency and campaign awards, including developing compelling entries that showcase the work and its impact.

Proactively pitch agency news, leadership and campaign work to advertising trade publications and business media.

Maintain a strong understanding of emerging media platforms, evolving editorial trends and nontraditional opportunities for generating earned media and cultural relevance.

WHAT MAKES A GREAT CANDIDATE

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK A HYBRID SCHEDULE

3 days/week in-office

10 AM – 7 PM EST

3+ years of experience in public relations or media strategy

Strong media relationships, especially in lifestyle, entertainment, culture, and spirits

Experience in multicultural marketing and an understanding of culturally relevant media

Exceptional writing, storytelling, and communication skills

Comfortable working directly with clients and senior executives

Collaborative spirit and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset

Deep knowledge of the current media and influencer landscape

Familiar with Cision, MuckRack, and PRNewswire services

Strong working knowledge of Keynote, PowerPoint, and Excel

BENEFITS & SALARY

Paid Time Off

Wellness and Technology Benefits

Bonus Potential

$50,000 – $70,000 annually (based upon experience, skill set, and internal alignment)

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