Public Relations Senior Consultant

Job Description

Job Title: Public Relations Senior Consultant

Location: San Francisco, CA - Hybrid schedule

Duration: 5 month contract with potential to extend - 40 hours/weekly

Pay Rate: $47.00-$52.00/hr

Our client is seeking a dynamic Public Relations Senior Consultant to help elevate its voice, visibility, and reputation during a period of significant transformation into a modern healthcare leader. In this high‑impact role, you will support the Media Relations team in shaping strategic external communications that reach broad, influential audiences. From crafting compelling narratives to advising executive leaders, you will play a key role in amplifying the brand across national media, digital platforms, and key stakeholder channels.

This is an opportunity to join a fast‑paced, purpose‑driven Media Relations team that is redefining how oral health is understood, valued, and integrated within the broader healthcare landscape.

• Develop and execute high‑profile PR initiatives that strengthen brand relevance and reputation
• Create original editorial content for owned channels to drive meaningful audience engagement
• Draft press releases, talking points, briefing materials, and core messaging for major initiatives
• Provide media strategy and executive‑level support for external visibility opportunities
• Develop thought leadership content across platforms such as Linked In, Forbes, and others
• Manage day‑to‑day PR operations to ensure timely, seamless execution of initiatives
• Own and maintain the editorial calendar in alignment with organizational priorities and news cycles
• Monitor media, social, and cultural trends to identify proactive storytelling opportunities
• Partner cross‑functionally to surface compelling stories across the organization
• Compile and report quarterly metrics to demonstrate ROI and guide future PR strategy

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field
• 8+ years of public relations experience with a proven track record of impactful storytelling
• PR agency experience required; healthcare, tech, or regulated industry experience is a plus
• Strong knowledge of PR best practices, emerging digital trends, and modern media tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work with minimal oversight
• Experience using Cision, PR Newswire, and similar media platforms