Communications and Social Media

Publicist

Salary data based on 18 job postings

"The median salary for a Publicist in the Communications and Social Media field within entertainment is $72,500 per year, with salaries ranging from $64,500 at the 10th percentile to $80,000 at the 90th percentile based on 13 job postings. Key skills required for this role include Media Relations and Press Release Writing."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$72,500

10th Percentile

$64,500

90th Percentile

$80,000

Sample Size

13

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Publicist Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$64,500Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$72,500Typical salary
90th Percentile$80,000Senior / top earners

Based on 13 job postings with salary data

Skills for Publicist

Media RelationsPress Release WritingMedia relationsPress release writingMedia relations and pitchingEvent coordinationCross-functional CollaborationEvent planning and executionWritten communicationCommunications Strategy

Common Employers Hiring Publicist

  • NBCUniversal7 positions
  • Phifer & Company2 positions
  • The Museum of Modern Art1 positions
  • R.E.D Evolutions 1 positions
  • Hallmark Media 1 positions

Top Locations for Publicist

100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608New York City Metropolitan AreaLos Angeles, CA100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CALIFORNIANew York, NY

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Data extracted from 18 job postings on Hollylist.com ยท Last updated February 2026