What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Relations Specialist position at Corgan?
At Corgan we are passionate about great design but the best thing we build is each other. Here, you’ll find camaraderie and collaboration as abundantly as curiosity and creativity. Corgan is a welcoming and supportive environment that provides significant career advantages. You’ll find room to grow, freedom to explore — and the safety to fail. Thank you for your interest in joining our curious, passionate, hardworking team.
Corgan is seeking a Media Relations Specialist with 6-8 years of experience to join our team in Dallas and conduct external communications and media engagement for our firm. This role requires knowledge of the architecture, design, and construction industries, as well as proven success in securing meaningful coverage across national, local and trade media. The ideal candidate is a strategic communicator who can craft compelling stories, position firm leaders as thought leaders, and strengthen our brand visibility
**This role is an in-office position located in Downtown Dallas. This is not a hybrid role, nor is it remote.**
- Execute strategic media relations plans aligned with firm goals and priorities.
- Build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers in architecture, design, business, and industry trade publications.
- Proactively pitch stories, press releases, and bylined articles to secure high-value coverage.
- Partner with leadership, marketing, and design teams to identify and elevate project stories, research and firm milestones.
- Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and competitor activity; provide insights and recommendations.
- Develop press materials including press releases, media lists, fact sheets, and briefing books and messaging guides.
- 6-8 years of experience in media relations, PR, or corporate communications, with at least 2 years within the architecture, design, or real estate industries.
- Strong portfolio of media placements with top-tier, regional/local, and trade outlets.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills and knowledge of AP Style.
- Established relationships with key media covering architecture, design, and related fields.
- Ability to translate complex design concepts into accessible, compelling narratives.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Comfortable working with senior leaders and managing sensitive communications.
- Bachelor in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present at the assigned office location Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.
Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.
Join Corgan and help make amazing places at a place that makes you amazing!
*Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed.*
EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet