Gensler · 5 hours ago
Public Relations Specialist - Healthcare
New York, NY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$72K/yr - $85K/yr
4+ years expGensler is a global architecture and design firm, and they are seeking a seasoned Public Relations Specialist for their Healthcare practice in New York. The role involves leading external communications, managing media outreach, and developing strategic PR plans to enhance the visibility and reputation of Gensler's healthcare initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Partner with the NE/NY PR Director to shape and advance strategic storylines and engage top-tier journalists and publications covering healthcare, healthcare real estate, and design
Develop, maintain, and execute targeted PR plans for healthcare projects, initiatives, and thought leadership platforms
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of current and upcoming healthcare projects, research, and initiatives that reinforce Gensler’s Healthcare POVs, client relationships, and market leadership
Serve as a subject-matter communications lead with deep fluency in the healthcare design and healthcare real estate media ecosystem, including trade, business, and industry outlets
Lead the development of press materials in collaboration with healthcare project teams and clients (design backgrounders, press releases, pitches, fact sheets, and messaging)
Curate and maintain healthcare-focused media lists and editorial calendars
Advise NY office and Healthcare practice leadership on blog posts, bylines, and contributed content
Plan and execute healthcare-focused office, media, and industry events
Oversee and support project photo shoots
Evaluate and manage inbound media requests related to healthcare design and planning
Track, analyze, and report on PR performance; maintain organized press archives
Support the NE/NY PR Director on high-level initiatives and special projects
Lead management of healthcare-related speaking engagements, including proactive pitches, conference targeting, and speaker preparation
Partner with Gensler NY healthcare spokespeople to develop presentation narratives, talking points, and briefing materials
Guide healthcare-focused social media storytelling for NY and Firmwide channels in coordination with global PR and social teams
Lead collaboration with the NE Communications & Content Manager to develop and submit awards content for healthcare projects and practitioners
Manage client permissions and approvals for healthcare-related awards
Oversee multiple, concurrent submission timelines with a high degree of independence and accountability
Qualification
Required
Strategic, proactive, and results-driven with the ability to operate independently and manage complexity; collaborative and highly resourceful
Polished professionalism; comfortable and confident engaging senior leadership, healthcare clients, and industry stakeholders
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills; demonstrated ability to develop compelling narratives across media, thought leadership, and executive visibility platforms
Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize, anticipate needs, and meet demanding deadlines
Trusted partner within a broader communications team; adaptable leader who contributes beyond defined responsibilities
Deep understanding of public relations as a strategic service to the region and the Healthcare practice
Oversight of reporting, tracking, and documentation for healthcare PR initiatives
At least 4–8 years of public relations experience; demonstrated depth of experience and established media relationships within the healthcare practice area required
Microsoft Office, InDesign, Cision
Preferred
Background in architecture, design, healthcare, healthcare real estate, or journalism strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Wellness programs
Flex spending
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401k
Profit sharing
Employee stock ownership
Twice annual bonus opportunities
Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes
Company
Gensler
Gensler is a collaborative design firm that has capabilities in design and architecture across 31 practices.
5001-10000 employees
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Co-CEO/Executive Director
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