Career Profile
Public Relations Managers
Public relations managers direct the creation of materials that will enhance the public image of their employer or client. Fundraising managers coordinate campaigns that bring in donations for their organization.
General Information
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities designed to create or maintain a favorable public image or raise issue awareness for their organization or client.
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Public Relations Managers
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 16 openings per year are projected for Public Relations Managers.
Employment Change
Employment for Public Relations Managers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.4% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $52.31/hour. Entry level workers are paid $32.30, while experienced workers are paid $87.36. The median wage is significantly above average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 120 Public Relations Managers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 141.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Public Relations Managers are Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services, Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, and Religious Organizations.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Public Relations Managers include Sales and Marketing, English Language, and Customer and Personal Service.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Public Relations Managers is Bachelor's. 88% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.