Public Relations Specialists

SOC Code: 27-3031

Public Relations Specialistss respond to requests for information from the media or designate an appropriate spokesperson or information source. This career typically requires considerable preparation (2-4 years). With an AI-proof score of 93.1/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Speaking, Speaking, Critical Thinking.

AI-Proof Score: 93.1Very High
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Median Salary

$69,780

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Job Growth

4.8%

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Training Time

Considerable preparation (2-4 years)

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Job Zone

Zone 4 / 5

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Training Cost

~$40,000

Key Skills

  • Speaking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Persuasion
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Coordination
  • Writing

Common Tasks

  • Respond to requests for information from the media or designate an appropriate spokesperson or information source.
  • Plan or direct development or communication of programs to maintain favorable public or stockholder perceptions of an organization's accomplishments, agenda, or environmental responsibility.
  • Post and update content on the company's Web site and social media outlets.
  • Write press releases or other media communications to promote clients.
  • Establish or maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer, employee, or public interest groups.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation