Public Relations Specialist Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Public Relations Specialist:

  • BSc/BA in PR, communications, journalism or similar relevant field
  • Previous working experience asPublic Relations Specialist fro (x) year(s)
  • Hands-on experience with a variety of different PR campaigns 
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills
  • Passion for public speaking
  • Attention to details.
  • Applicable knowledge in copywriting and editing
  • Experience with diverse social media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook etc.)
  • Excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Public Relations Specialist skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Public Relations Specialist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.