Senior Media Relations Specialist

Corgan • New York, NY

1d • $80,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Corgan is seeking a seasoned Senior Media Relations Specialist to amplify the firm’s voice, elevate its thought leadership, and position it as a global leader in architecture and design. The role shapes Corgan’s public narrative by highlighting its research-driven practice, market expertise, award-winning work, and people. The ideal candidate is a strategic storyteller who can secure meaningful coverage in top-tier architecture and design publications, industry trade media, and national media.

This is a full-time, on-site position in Corgan’s New York–Midtown office. The employee must be physically present Monday through Friday during standard business hours; the position is not hybrid or remote. The listed base salary range for the New York City location is $80,000–$115,000 annually. Actual salary may depend on factors including internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training; base salary is not inclusive of total compensation.

Requirements

• Approximately 10 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or strategic communications is preferred, specifically within architecture, design, commercial real estate, aviation, development, or other professional services industries.
• A strong network of journalist relationships and a proven track record of securing high-value placements in national, design, architecture, and business media.
• Deep understanding of the design and built-environment media landscape, including trends and emerging storytelling opportunities.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, including the ability to translate complex design and research concepts into accessible, compelling narratives.
• Experience preparing senior leaders for interviews, panels, and public appearances.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines across teams and time zones, with strong organizational and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic, proactive, and solutions-oriented approach, with sound judgment and a collaborative working style.
• Physically present at the assigned office Monday through Friday during standard business hours; regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media relations strategies that advance Corgan’s brand, business priorities, and national visibility across all market sectors.
• Build, manage, and deepen relationships with journalists, editors, producers, and influencers across business, design, architecture, and industry-specific outlets.
• Proactively pitch and place stories about Corgan’s work, insights, research, and leadership, including major projects, thought leadership, and innovative design solutions.
• Partner with market and sector practice leaders to identify media opportunities and prepare them for interviews, speaking engagements, and press moments.
• Draft, refine, and distribute press materials, including press releases, media advisories, pitches, Q&As, talking points, and executive bios.
• Support reputation management by providing strategic counsel and rapid-response communications when needed.
• Collaborate with firmwide Communications, Marketing, and Brand teams to ensure integrated and consistent messaging across channels.
• Support media strategy for project milestones, openings, firm awards, research publications, and thought leadership initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed