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Job Description


	Engage in promoting or creating good will for individuals, groups, or organizations by writing or selecting favorable publicity material and releasing it through various communications media. May prepare and arrange displays, and make speeches.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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	Public Relations Specialists

Although employment is projected to grow faster than average, keen competition is expected for entry-level jobs. Opportunities should be best for college graduates who combine a degree in public relations, journalism, or another communications-related field with a public relations internship or other related work experience. Creativity, initiative, and the ability to communicate effectively are essential.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Public relations specialists
Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services	34,720
Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations	19,590
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	17,020
Local Government (OES Designation)	10,270
Management of Companies and Enterprises	9,590
Grantmaking and Giving Services	8,780
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	7,420
Social Advocacy Organizations	7,350
State Government (OES Designation)	5,790
Individual and Family Services	4,730

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Public relations specialists
Average Annual Salary	$59,370
Average Hourly Wage	$28.55
Total Employment	242,670