How to hire a coordinator of media relations

How to hire a coordinator of media relations, step by step

Here's a step-by-step coordinator of media relations hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a coordinator of media relations job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new coordinator of media relations
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your coordinator of media relations job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a coordinator of media relations for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a coordinator of media relations to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a coordinator of media relations that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of coordinator of media relations salaries for various roles:

   Type of Coordinator Of Media Relations	Description	Hourly rate
   Coordinator Of Media Relations	Public relations specialists create and maintain a favorable public image for the organization they represent. They design media releases to shape public perception of their organization and to increase awareness of its work and goals.	$16-57
   Publicist	Public Relations Supervisors are responsible for implementing the media and public relations strategy of an organization. Their duties include developing public relations campaigns, organize public relations events, assist in emergency response planning, updating documentation, monitoring media, improve management of press office, and manage media databases... Show more	$14-39
   Community Relations Coordinator	A public relations coordinator or community relations coordinator is a professional who is responsible for promoting or creating a public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. Since businesses are major contributors to communities and fundraisers, public relations coordinators are required to handle donations requests and build a marketing platform for the company... Show more	$16-29

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Press Releases
   • Policy Issues
   • Political Action Committee
   • Twitter
   • YouTube
   • NYC
   • Health Fairs
   • Expense Reports
   • Press Conferences
   • Web Content
   • Service Line
   • CME
   • CMS
   • Fact Sheets

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage a budget to purchase equipment and software for multimedia development and campus audio/visual needs.
   • Create and launch the company s Facebook event page to generate revenue and increase all event ticket sales.
   • Co-Authore the specifications for and supervise the successful installation of a compress video teleconferencing network used for distance learning and videoconferencing.
   • Develop media and materials supporting CMS directives implement nationally to improve quality of care.
   • Co-Authore the specifications for and supervise the successful installation of a compress video teleconferencing network used for distance learning and videoconferencing.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your coordinator of media relations job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A coordinator of media relations salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, coordinators of media relations' average salary in mississippi is 53% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level coordinators of media relations earn 71% less than senior-level coordinators of media relations.
   • Certifications. A coordinator of media relations with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a coordinator of media relations's salary.

   Average coordinator of media relations salary

   $64,460yearly

   $30.99 hourly rate

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   Entry-level coordinator of media relations salary

   $34,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 21, 2026

4. Writing a coordinator of media relations job description

   A coordinator of media relations job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a coordinator of media relations job description:

   Coordinator of media relations job description example

   Founded in 1921 and publicly traded since 1925, Newmont (www.newmont.com) is one of the largest gold companies in the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company has approximately 24,000 employees and contractors, with the majority working at Newmont's core operations in the United States, Australia, Ghana, Peru and Suriname. Newmont is the only gold company listed in the S&P 500 index and in 2007 became the first gold company selected to be part of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index. Newmont's industry leading performance is reflected through high standards in environmental management, health and safety for its employees and creating value and opportunity for host communities and shareholders.
   About this role
   
   What will you be responsible for?
   
   The External Relations Representative is responsible for maintaining and promoting CC&V's social license, providing meaningful support and collaboration with local partners, and implementing and running programs in support of CC&V's Community and External Relations Strategy.
   
   Your Role Will Consist Of
   
   Here is a snapshot of what your day to day will look like:
   
   Essential Job Duties:
   
   * We advance site external affairs and community relations strategies through a continuous improvement approach to: proactively develop and manage relationships with key external collaborators, maintain CC&V's social license through implementation of Newmont's social standards, and promote and support implementation of sustainable mining practices.
   * We support execution of CC&V's business plan through implementation of Newmont's Corporate Social Responsibility principles and performance against established public and internal ESG targets.
   * We contribute to social aspects of risk management system implementation and integration.
   * We develop community and external relations performance strategies and objectives.
   * We deliver on CC&V's community and external relations objectives and supervise progress against targets and programs.
   * We build and maintain effective relationships with local government officials and stakeholders to achieve business results.
   * Participate in and support organization of community investment contributions to location and charitable organizations.
   * We lead external relations related contracts, contractors, and consultants.
   
   Communication & Influencing:
   
   * Provide regular updates to site leadership of project matters, anticipating issues and identifying risks that require action or prioritization.
   * Participate in internal and external working groups such as Global and Regional Communications meetings, Global Human Rights meetings, etc.
   * Prepare routine written updates for sharing with regional or corporate leadership and project teams.
   * Collaborate with local officials and partners regarding mining activities.
   
   The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
   
   Your training, Skills, and Experience Checklist
   
   Here is what we would need to see from you!
   
   * Bachelor's Degree in Social Science, Communications, Public Relations, Public Policy or related field preferred.
   * Mining or industrial manufacturing related experience is beneficial.
   * Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
   * Strong organizational skills.
   * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
   
   Working Conditions and Location
   
   Where you will be located!
   
   * Position based in United States at the Cripple Creek & Victor Mine, located in Teller County Colorado.
   * Work outside in all weather conditions.
   * Proof of COVID vaccination required.
   * Walk on rough, uneven, inclined, wet terrain, and climb stairs.
   * Wear personal protective equipment including steel toe shoes, safety glasses, earplugs, long sleeved shirts, or any other equipment to perform duties safely.
   * Must hold a valid vehicle driver's license.
   
   The salary range offered for this role is $56,720- 74,445. The salary range is tied to the Colorado market for jobs performed in Colorado. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate's salary history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about salary history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.
   
   This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company's performance and their own individual performance.
   
   Newmont offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package to support physical, mental, financial and emotional wellbeing. This role will be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; short and long-term disability; 401(k) program with company match; pension; financial planning; employee assistance program (EAP); adoption assistance; dependent scholarship program; tuition reimbursement; paid holidays and paid time off; paid family leave; matching gifts; and discounts on home, auto and pet insurance. All bonuses and benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and may be modified or terminated at Newmont's sole discretion.
   
   Consistent with Newmont's values of safety and responsibility, we believe that COVID-19 vaccination is a critical tool to fight this pandemic and protect the health and safety of Newmont's workforce and the communities in which we work and live. With the wide availability of vaccines in the United States, if you are offered this position, you will have to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccine prior to being hired. This requirement will be subject to an exemption process, as required by law. Newmont may update its vaccination policies/requirements at any time in its sole discretion.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right coordinator of media relations for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with coordinators of media relations they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit coordinators of media relations who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

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   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting coordinators of media relations requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new coordinator of media relations

   Once you have selected a candidate for the coordinator of media relations position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new coordinator of media relations. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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