Manager, Corporate Communications & Media Relations

WPP Media•New York, NY

6h•$60,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

WPP Media is seeking a communications professional to join its U.S. Communications team and support corporate communications, content, thought leadership, social media, and media relations. The role helps tell the WPP Media story across internal and external channels by developing content that showcases the company’s expertise, people, innovation, and perspective on the evolving media and advertising landscape. It offers exposure to a global business, diverse markets, senior leaders, and leading brands. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and an attentive observer of culture and emerging trends across entertainment, social platforms, technology, sports, business, and broader conversations. WPP Media describes its culture as centered on collective leadership, trust, growth, and development. The company offers a hybrid work approach, with teams in the office around four days a week, and says accommodations or flexibility can be discussed with the hiring team. The posted U.S. base salary range is $60,000–$140,000, with compensation varying according to job-related factors.

Requirements

4–6 years of experience in PR, media relations, or corporate communications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, project management, and prioritization skills.
Proactive and reliable, with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively.
Strong professional maturity, situational awareness, and judgment.
Familiarity with earned media, social media, and content amplification.

Nice To Haves

Experience in media, marketing, advertising, or related industries.
Strong relationships with key trade and business reporters.

Responsibilities

Manage press relations, including evergreen stories, announcements, reactive inquiries, pitches, and media materials.
Build relationships with reporters and editors across key trade, business, marketing, and advertising outlets.
Staff media opportunities and support preparation for interviews and press engagements.
Identify and manage speaking opportunities, including conferences, panels, and thought leadership forums.
Support the industry awards strategy by identifying relevant opportunities and potential nominees and developing and submitting nominations.
Coordinate social media and coverage reporting around key press moments.
Monitor relevant news and industry developments and share key updates with internal teams.
Partner with cross-functional teams to develop storytelling opportunities and support communications priorities.
Manage timelines, deliverables, reminders, and follow-ups across communications projects.