Public Relations Coordinator

PUBLIC RELATIONS COORDINATOR

Reports to the Director of Public Relations

Are you a detail-oriented communicator looking to begin or further your career in public relations? We offer a role and environment where you can learn quickly, contribute meaningfully, and grow professionally while supporting communications strategies for law firms and other professional services organizations.

The PR Coordinator position is a full-time role in our Dallas or Houston office designed for an early-career communications professional who is interested in media relations, legal industry communications, and strategic storytelling. Our team operates in a hybrid work environment, working in the office two days (T/W) each week and remotely three days (M/Th/F).

Responsibilities

• Support account teams in the execution of public relations strategies and communications initiatives for clients
• Write and edit content across a range of formats including news releases, media pitches, social media posts, and client communications
• Monitor news coverage related to clients, their cases, and relevant industry developments
• Actively contribute to discussions on topics, trends and associated news coverage in which our clients offer expertise
• Track and compile media coverage and assist with preparing client coverage reports and activity summaries
• Assist with press release preparation and coordinate distribution through online platforms such as Business Wire
• Conduct research on reporters, media outlets, and industry trends to support media outreach efforts
• Build and maintain media lists of journalists covering legal, business, and industry news
• Assist with identifying and tracking attorney award and recognition opportunities including Chambers, Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Lawdragon, Benchmark Litigation, and Legal 500
• Help gather materials and information needed for awards submissions and attorney recognitions
• Assist with preparing monthly client activity reports summarizing media outreach, coverage, announcements, and strategic efforts
• Coordinate scheduling and logistics for media interviews when needed
• Support social media efforts promoting client announcements, recognitions, and thought leadership
• Draft, format and upload website content highlighting client announcements, firm news, and media coverage
• Maintain organized files and project materials to support client teams

Experience – Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field
• Internship or early professional experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, or communications
• Strong interest in news, media relations, and professional services communications
• Digital native with a strong understanding of key social media platforms and how they are used by individuals and companies

Experience – Preferred

• Experience in an agency or newsroom environment
• Interest in the legal industry, litigation, or business media
• Familiarity with media monitoring or press release distribution platforms

Skills You Will Need

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within teams
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented situations
• Professional demeanor when interacting with clients and media contacts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Skills That Will Make You Stand Out

• Understanding of and curiosity about how news develops and how media stories are shaped
• Interest in legal issues, litigation, and business news
• Self-starter, proactive mindset, and willingness to learn quickly
• A creative yet practical approach to communications work

We Offer

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Benefits including medical, dental and vision
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• 401k program
• Free parking

We Are

Androvett is a full-service marketing firm offering public relations, advertising, marketing, brand strategy, and web and digital solutions that achieve client business goals. Founded in 1995 with a focus on connecting lawyers, law firms, and their clients with the media, today we service a range of industries from our offices in Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.