Contract PR Strategist

• Develop comprehensive PR and communications strategies aligned with client business goals
• Lead executive positioning, thought leadership, and media strategy development
• Identify strong story angles, messaging frameworks, and news hooks
• Guide earned media strategy across regional and national outlets
• Support crisis communications, issues management, and reputation strategy when needed
• Collaborate with internal PR managers, account teams, and clients
• Provide strategic oversight and direction on media outreach, not just pitching
• Participate in client meetings as a strategic advisor when needed

• 8–15+ years of PR or communications experience (agency and/or in-house)
• Proven background in strategic PR, not only media relations
• Experience with executive thought leadership and C-suite communications
• Strong understanding of earned media, brand credibility, and narrative building
• Ability to quickly understand complex businesses and industries
• Confident client-facing communicator and advisor
• Organized, responsive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced agency environment

Experience in industries such as real estate, construction, healthcare, legal, hospitality, or consumer brands is a plus

• Contract / fractional engagement
• Flexible hours based on client needs
• Hourly or monthly retainer
• Opportunity for ongoing work with a growing agency