What is a public information relations manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a public information relations manager

1. Explore public information relations manager education requirements

   Most common public information relations manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   84.6 %

   Master's

   11.5 %

   Diploma

   3.8 %

2. Start to develop specific public information relations manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Press Releases	45.74%
   Fact Sheets	34.33%
   Strategic Communications	10.71%
   Communications Plan	9.23%

3. Complete relevant public information relations manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New public information relations managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a public information relations manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real public information relations manager resumes.

4. Research public information relations manager duties and responsibilities

   • Interview featured alumni, manage copywriting staff and editorial calendar, and coordinate photography.
   • Direct internal communications tactics including newsletters, Intranet, domestic and international executive meetings, and special events.
   • Direct strategic planning and execution for entertainment partnership platform to include B2C communications and marketing.

5. Apply for public information relations manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a public information relations manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams