PR Industry Employment Up for Four Consecutive Years, Still Below Pre-Recession Levels
Summary
Job creation was strong for both specialist and management-level positions, but historical employment trends for the groups are widely different. PR Specialist positions, while still having some ground to gain from 2009 peak levels, have increased dramatically over the past 17 years, by close to 60%. According to the latest figures published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, PR Specialists are paid on average $66,540 per year or $32 per hour. On the other hand, PR managers have continued to see a rise in real income after the financial crisis, albeit at a much lower rate than before. Readers should not consider statements made by the author as formal recommendations and should consult their financial advisor before making any investment decisions.