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Manager, Media Relations & Special Projects
Providence Strategic Consulting —Bakersfield, CA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Office
- 8 years
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays

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Manager, Media Relations & Special Projects

Providence Strategic Consulting -
Bakersfield, CA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Profit sharing
Internet reimbursement
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Cell phone reimbursement
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Marketing project management
Business development management
Staff supervision
Managing marketing project budgets
Business development within consulting
English
Driver's License
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Project budget management
Managing projects
Productivity software

Full Job Description

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Bakersfield, CA

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Providence is a full-service communications firm headquartered in Bakersfield, California. Providence specializes in developing strategic communications plans with extensive expertise in public affairs campaigns designed to produce successful project permitting. Our firm provides public relations support, website development and manages multiple social media accounts for our clients daily. Our current clients include those in the agriculture, water, oil and gas, transportation, healthcare, nonprofit, retail and telecommunications industries.

Job Description

The Manager, Media Relations & Special Projects, based in our Bakersfield office, serves as a senior-level contributor responsible for driving media visibility and leading strategic initiatives that elevate both client brands and Providence’s profile. This role blends advanced earned media strategy, leadership across multidisciplinary teams, and high-impact project management. The ideal candidate is a seasoned communicator and strategist with agency experience, a robust network of media contacts, and a proven ability to craft and execute high-stakes messaging and initiatives.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, including all important aspects of the job - whether performed daily, weekly, monthly, or annually; and any duty that occurs at irregular intervals. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manage and nurture client relationships, ensuring that media and communications initiatives align with their business objectives and strategic goals
Act as a trusted media advisor to clients, offering proactive insights that enhance visibility, reputation, and stakeholder engagement
Develop and execute strategic media relations plans that generate earned coverage across relevant local, state, and national platforms
Lead cross-functional teams—including creative, digital, content, and outreach—to deliver integrated communications projects on time and within budget
Write and edit press releases, media pitches, executive remarks, opinion pieces, and other public-facing content
Monitor campaign performance and media KPIs, analyze results, and provide data-informed recommendations to optimize future outreach
Coordinate and lead special strategic projects and initiatives—such as major announcements, reputation management, and executive communications
Supervise and mentor junior staff, conducting quarterly check-ins and annual performance reviews while fostering professional growth
Identify upselling opportunities within existing accounts and support new business development efforts through pitch strategy and proposal development
Ensure seamless collaboration between departments by communicating priorities, resolving challenges, and aligning shared outcomes
Stay informed on industry trends, media shifts, and competitor strategies to deliver innovative, forward-thinking solutions for clients and the agency
Own and manage all media lists, email marketing and press release programs (company and client), ensuring accuracy, strategic segmentation, regular updates, staff training and effective integration into campaign efforts
Manage contractors and freelancers as needed, ensuring clarity of scope, alignment with project goals, and quality of deliverables
Other duties as assigned

Key Areas of Responsibility

Client Strategy, Project & Team Management

Serve as the lead strategic advisor for assigned client accounts, ensuring communications and media strategies align with their evolving business goals and timelines
Own and drive project lifecycles—from proposal through execution—by building scopes, managing deadlines, and ensuring internal accountability across departments
Lead cross-functional internal teams and external collaborators, setting clear expectations, defining deliverables, and managing workloads to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
Foster long-term client relationships by deeply understanding their industry, key stakeholders, and organizational objectives
Provide high-level counsel on earned media, public engagement, and crisis response while guiding clients through strategic decision-making and change management
Proactively lead client meetings, present integrated strategic plans, and deliver consistent communication and follow-up that strengthens trust and transparency

Media Relations & Campaign Execution

Lead the development and execution of earned media strategies across traditional and digital platforms
Draft and edit media materials, including press releases, op-eds, talking points, and executive messaging
Oversee campaign timelines and KPIs, ensuring all deliverables meet expectations for quality, budget, and impact
Coordinate closely with internal teams—creative, digital, and outreach—to deliver integrated campaigns
Own and manage all media lists, ensuring they are accurate, regularly updated, strategically segmented, and effectively integrated into campaign efforts

Team Leadership & Staff Development

Supervise coordinators and interns, assigning work, providing feedback, and supporting their development
Conduct quarterly check-ins and annual performance reviews, and mentor staff on media best practices and client service
Collaborate with department leadership to define growth paths and identify internal training needs
Ensure all team members, including contractors, meet brand and client standards

Business Development & Strategic Growth

Identify new opportunities within existing accounts to expand scope or introduce new services
Contribute to new business proposals, pitch development, and strategic positioning
Leverage media insights and industry trends to inform agency offerings and generate new client opportunities

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Client Satisfaction & Retention – Maintain strong relationships with a 90%+ client satisfaction rating and high retention rates.
Campaign Effectiveness – Ensure campaigns meet or exceed key performance metrics, including ROI, engagement, and conversion goals.
Revenue Growth – Contribute to a minimum of 15% growth in existing accounts through upsell opportunities and strategic recommendations.
Project Management Success – Deliver 95% of projects on time and within budget, ensuring seamless execution.
Business Development Contribution – Support at least two successful new business pitches annually.

30-60-90 Day Onboarding Plan

First 30 Days:

Meet with key stakeholders, including clients, internal teams, and agency leadership.
Review active accounts, past campaign performance, and client business goals.
Build relationships with account teams and gain insights into agency processes and client needs.
Assess existing campaign strategies and identify initial areas for improvement.

60 Days:

Develop and implement account growth strategies to enhance client satisfaction and business success.
Take full ownership of ongoing campaigns, ensuring alignment with client goals and agency standards.
Identify and propose opportunities for additional services or strategic adjustments.
Begin contributing to business development initiatives, including new pitches or account expansion opportunities.

90 Days:

Lead major account initiatives, showcasing your ability to drive strategic success.
Present growth strategies and performance optimization recommendations to senior leadership and clients.
Establish long-term plans for client relationship management and ongoing account development.
Set personal and team goals for continued success within the agency.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
8+ years of experience in public relations or marketing, preferably in an agency setting
Proven success in media outreach, campaign execution, and new business development
Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills
Strategic thinker with experience managing teams, budgets, and projects
Proficient in digital and social media strategy; Microsoft Office Suite
Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
Experience supervising employees, interns, or volunteers
Valid driver’s license, access to a personal vehicle, and active auto insurance
Willingness to travel up to 25% within California
Flexible schedule to support occasional evening events or meetings
Fluent in spoken and written English

Benefits & Perks

Benefits

(Availability and employer contributions may vary based on the employee’s overall compensation package)

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays (per California law)
Profit sharing based on overall company financial performance
Cell phone and internet stipend

Perks

Weekend Headstart: Early release every other Friday to support work-life balance
Hybrid work flexibility and schedule, when appropriate for the role
Professional development support (conferences, certifications, and training)

Providence Strategic Consulting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinance.

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