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Leads media relations, executive comms, and brand reputation programs. Senior PR role with team leadership.
$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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Direct communication foundation; add progressively responsible PR experience. [1]
Lead public messaging, advise spokespeople, and supervise communication work. [1]
Corporate departments, public agencies, nonprofits, and PR firms. [1]
Usually full time; events and urgent media requests can extend hours. [1]
Public scrutiny and multiple audiences require accurate, considered messages. [1]
Experience can lead to communications director or agency leadership. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.