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How much does a Senior Public Relations Specialist make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Senior Public Relations Specialist in the United States is $45 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $40 and $51. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Senior Public Relations Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Public Relations Specialist Salary $35 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Public Relations Specialist Salary $40 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Public Relations Specialist Salary $45 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Public Relations Specialist Salary $51 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Public Relations Specialist Salary $56 US March 26, 2024
25% $40 10% $35 90% $56 75% $51 $45 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Senior Public Relations Specialist develops goals and ensures public relations strategies are met. Prepares and disseminates information regarding an organization through newspapers, periodicals, television, radio and social media. Being a Senior Public Relations Specialist requires a bachelor's degree. Helps maintain a favorable public image for the organization. In addition, Senior Public Relations Specialist typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Senior Public Relations Specialist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Senior Public Relations Specialist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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