Content Writer vs Public Relations Specialist
Pay, skills and open jobs side by side, from current job postings across the US.
Pay
Content Writer
$95,500 typical, a year
Most Content Writers earn $78,500 to $112,900 a year.
From 217 postings that list pay
564 open jobs now
Public Relations Specialist
$79,000 typical, a year
Most Public Relations Specialists earn $58,400 to $116,800 a year.
From 356 postings that list pay
683 open jobs now
Public Relations Specialist salaries Public Relations Specialist jobs
Content Writers typically earn about $16,500 more a year than Public Relations Specialists.
What each one does
Content Writer
- Write clear and engaging copy for websites, blogs, and social media platforms.
- Collaborate with designers, marketers, and other team members on projects.
- Research topics and gather information to support your writing.
- Edit and proofread content to ensure it is accurate and error-free.
- Create content strategies that align with business goals and audience needs.
- Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Public Relations Specialist
- Write and edit communications materials for internal and external audiences.
- Create and distribute content for press releases, newsletters, and social media.
- Coordinate communication efforts between different departments and teams.
- Manage social media accounts and monitor online conversations.
- Respond to media inquiries and maintain relationships with journalists.
- Develop and implement communication plans to support organizational goals.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Content Writer
Asked for in both
- Editing 3 in 10 postings
- Project Management 1 in 10 postings
- Microsoft Office 1 in 15 postings
More common in Content Writer postings
- Content Writing 2 in 10 postings
- Search Engine Optimization 2 in 10 postings
- Content Management Systems 1 in 10 postings
- SEO Content 1 in 10 postings
- Landing Pages 1 in 10 postings
- Social Copywriting 1 in 10 postings
- Brand Narratives 1 in 15 postings
Public Relations Specialist
Asked for in both
- Editing 2 in 10 postings
- Project Management 2 in 10 postings
- Microsoft Office 2 in 10 postings
More common in Public Relations Specialist postings
- Public Relations 6 in 10 postings
- Internal Communications 2 in 10 postings
- Strategic Communication 2 in 10 postings
- Publicist 2 in 10 postings
- Communication Planning 2 in 10 postings
- Corporate Communication 2 in 10 postings
- Microsoft PowerPoint 1 in 10 postings
Out of each role's current postings.
Open jobs
Content Writer
Content Strategist, gTech Users and Products
Google LLCPay not stated Sunnyvale, CA, USAEditingKnowledge ManagementPublishingContent WritingProgram ManagementGlobal Copywriter
Unnamed employerPay not stated Torrance, CA, 90501 | Plano, TX, 75023 RemoteProject ManagementDigital MarketingSearch Engine OptimizationEmail MarketingMicrosoft Office +7Copywriter
The Old GlobePay not stated San Diego, CA 92101 RemoteEditingContent WritingLanding Pages
Public Relations Specialist
Press Secretary
American Action Forum$55k - $75k/yrstated Washington, DC OnsiteEditingMailchimpPolicy ResearchPublic RelationsDigital Communications Manager
City of New YorkPay not stated New York City, NY, United StatesYouTubePublic RelationsPodcastingDigital MediaSocial Media Management +2Senior Communications Specialist
Andrew Hudson's Jobs ListPay not stated Glenwood Springs, Colorado, United StatesPublic Relations
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