Resume Skills and Keywords for PR Coordinator


PR Coordinators manage the public image of the companies or clients they represent, with the aim of increasing their media presence and overall popularity. They plan and execute publicity strategies and campaigns, oversee printed, broadcasted, and online communications, keep clients up-to-date on new promotional opportunities and on the progress of their current PR campaigns and perform relevant market research.

Skills required for a public relations coordinator’s role:

  • Media Relations and  Outreach 
  • Public Speaking 
  • Communication 
  • SEO 
  • Campaign Development 
  • Interview Research 
  • Networking 
  • Social Media Marketing 
  • Press Releases
  • Editing
  • Editorial Opinions
  • Journalism
  • Speech Writing
  • Presentation
  • Promotion


What recruiters look for in a public relations coordinator’s resume: 

  • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate with media personnel
  • Ability to write in a clear and concise manner to ensure consistent messaging 
  • A strong background in planning and execution of press launches and other promotional events, as well as presenting new products to the press

What can make your PR resume stand out:

A strong summary that demonstrates your skills, experience, and background in the PR Industry

A result-oriented public relations coordinator with experience in managing PR campaigns and working with media houses. An elegant communicator with exceptional research and writing skills.

Targeted job description

  • Write and distribute detailed press releases, promotional social media posts, and fact sheets.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with media outlets and journalists to ensure efficient communication and maximum coverage.
  • Assess ongoing PR campaigns and make modifications to reach the maximum audience 

Related academic background 

  • Diploma in Public Relations
  • B.A (Mass Communication)
  • Course in social media analysis and marketing
  • Advanced course in advertising 


Sample Resume of PR Coordinator in Text Format

ANKUR SINGH 

PR Coordinator 


45/9, Jail Road, Ghaziabad  | Phone: 92249224922  

Email: ankur45singh@gmail.com | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/singh-ankur

SUMMARY

A result-oriented public relations coordinator with experience in managing  PR campaigns and working with media houses. An elegant communicator with exceptional research and writing skills. 

EXPERIENCE/INTERNSHIP 

Oct 2020 - Jan 2021 

PR Intern at VIGO Hiring Solutions, New Delhi 

  • Assisted in drafting and editing press releases for sending to targeted media outlets. 
  • Responded to requests for information release or press conferences from the media. 
  • Prepared and edited organizational publications, including employees newsletters for internal and external audiences. 
  • Assisted with managing social media channels and campaigns.  and created content for scheduled posts. 
  • Attended resource fairs, expos, and events on behalf of the organization. 

Jul 2019 - Aug 2020

Assistant Media Supervisor at VM Consultancy, Noida 

  • Developed and presented media plans and presentations to clients and the internal account manager. 
  • Prepared and tracked client estimates, and assisted in managing account service plans. 
  • Ensured all customer interaction and service is performed in a  manner that exceeds client expectations.  

SKILLS 

  • Media Relations and  
  • Outreach 
  • Public Speaking 
  • Communication 
  • SEO 
  • Campaign Development 
  • Interview Research 
  • Networking 
  • Social Media Marketing 

EDUCATION 

2019 | Diploma in Public Relations from Indian Institute of Public Relations, Noida 

2016  | B.A (Mass Communication) from Hansraj College, University of Delhi 

2015  | Higher Secondary from DPS, Ghaziabad 

PROFESSIONAL ENHANCEMENTS 

Courses 

  • Course in social media analysis and marketing in 2018 
  • Advanced course in advertising in 2018 

PARTICIPATIONS 

  • First Prize winner at Young India Conclave in 2018 organized by  Sulabh International 
  • First runner-up in the creative writing competition organized by IIT  Delhi in 2017. 

VOLUNTEERING 

  • Volunteered for WWF Save  Wildlife campaign in 2019 
  • Volunteered for TED Talks in  2018 

LANGUAGES 

  • English 
  • Hindi
  • French