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Runs electoral campaigns end-to-end — fundraising, messaging, field, voter contact. Common starting point: campaign field organizer.
$78,880
Lower reported wage
$138,520
Median
$239,200+
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.
The + marks a legacy BLS reporting threshold: the upper wage is at least $239,200, not an exact maximum.

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Wages reconciled to BLS OEWS May 2024 for SOC 11-2032 (Public Relations Managers): A_PCT10-A_PCT90 = $78,880-$239,200, median $138,520.
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Useful political context; add campaign operations and management experience. [1]
Coordinate staff, schedules, communications, resources, and campaign priorities. [1]
Campaign offices, community events, and distributed field teams. [1]
Election deadlines can mean long hours, evenings, weekends, and temporary roles. [1]
Fast decisions, public scrutiny, and changing plans require composure. [1]
Experience can lead to larger campaigns or broader organizational leadership. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.