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Public Relations Specialist

Gensler
$80000.00-$95000.00
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, New York, New York
1700 Broadway (Show on map)
Oct 02, 2026
General Information Posting Date 10-01-2026 Time Type Full-Time Job ID 9153 Areas of Expertise Public Relations Job Category Marketing, Communications, Public Relations Locations New York, NY, US Description Your Role Gensler New York is seeking a creative, motivated, and collaborative individual to join our office as the New York Public Relations Specialist. Working in one of the firm's largest and most dynamic offices, you will be an integral part of the New York PR & Communications team, helping communicate our firm's unique approach and how it differentiates us from our competition. A proven storyteller, the ideal candidate has a passion for design and views communications as a people-centered activity. Reporting directly to the NY PR Manager, you will simultaneously manage multiple deliverables with strategic thinking - underscored by a solid understanding of the local design and real estate markets, and of the practice area overall. You will be responsible for media outreach and identifying engaging stories to a wide range of reporters; speaking engagements; thought leadership; and special projects. You will also collaborate closely with the NE Communications & Content Manager on awards programs and social media. Gensler is organized along four sectors - Workplace, Hospitality, Cities, and Healthcare - and the NY PR Specialist will be responsible for executing practice area-specific external communications in coordination with other PR Specialists in the New York office and across the firm. The PR Specialist will work with office leaders, studio directors, and practice area leaders to identify stories, secure opportunities, and develop proactive campaigns across various platforms in support of strategic objectives. This role will also collaborate closely with the regional and global PR network, and New York marketing colleagues. What You Will Do Public Relations Work with the NY PR Manager to identify story angles and appropriate journalists/publications to engage for opportunities specific to practice area focus. Create and update targeted PR Plans for projects and practice areas Have a pulse on current and upcoming projects and initiatives throughout the office that best support our practice area POVs, PR strategies, and client relationships Work with project design teams and clients to write press materials (design backgrounders, press releases, pitches, fact sheets, messaging) Maintain media lists Maintain editorial calendars Work with NY office leadership on development of blog posts and bylines Plan and execute office events, media events or trade events Assist with photo shoots Vet inbound media requests Track and measure PR hits; organize press clippings Assist NY PR Manager with special projects, as needed Maintain NY Speaking Engagement calendar and manage inbound speaking opportunities, pitches and call-for-speaker deadlines Work with Gensler NY spokespeople to develop presentation content and talking points, speaker preparation and briefing materials Support social media content development for NY Instagram channel and Firmwide channels, in coordination with global PR and social leaders Awards Collaborate with the NE Communications & Content Manager to prepare and submit awards content for projects and individuals within specific practice area of focus Coordination of client awards permissions and approvals, where relevant Ability to proactively support multiple submission deadlines at once Your Qualifications Attitude: Proactive, energetic, can-do attitude and desire to work in a results-oriented environment. Desire and ability to manage multiple relationships and deadlines at the same time. Team player. Motivated, tenacious, and resourceful Presentation: polished professionalism with a comfort level interacting with high-level executives Communication: strong writing, editing, grammar and interpersonal skills. Ability to craft, prepare, and execute writing assignments (pitches, project narratives, blog posts, bylines) under deadlines Organizational: ability to self-manage projects around expected delivery dates Teamwork: works cohesively as a member of a broader communications team, pitches in to help others, forward-thinking go-getter; ability to adapt in dynamic settings Client/customer service: understanding of public relations as a service to the region Administrative: ongoing support of reporting materials on behalf of the regional PR team Experience: At least 6-10 years of public relations experience; background in architecture, design and journalism is very desirable; deep media relationships and experience in specific practice areas is also preferred Software: Microsoft Office, InDesign, Cision The base salary range will be estimated between $80,000 - $95,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. Life at Gensler At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to "Well-being Awareness Week," our offices reflect our people's diverse interests. We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future. 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