At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people leverage design to bring new ideas forward that help solve the world’s most challenging problems for our communities and cities. 

Your Role 

Gensler is seeking a professional, motivated, and highly collaborative individual to join our team as a Public Relations Coordinator in the Los Angeles office. The PR Coordinator will help with content development, award submissions, social media, events, and media relations support. The ideal candidate has a passion for design, strong writing skills, and a team-player attitude. They will work to support a range of activities designed to amplify Gensler’s brand, reputation, and thought leadership. 

What You Will Do 

Public Relations and Communications  

Assist in developing public relations and communications collateral including press materials, project case story narratives, website content, and other thought leadership.

Collaborate with PR team to maintain media assets, contact lists, and editorial calendars  

Social media support including content development and community management  

Support regional PR team in tracking and reporting external impact though media and industry partners  

Support special projects as needed  

Speaking Engagements  

Support team on speaker submissions, presentation content development, talking points, and event coordination as needed  

Maintain annual conference calendar and track related deadlines for the team 

Work collaboratively with the team on hosted events in the New York office   

Awards & Surveys  

Prepare and submit award submissions as assigned  

Assist with local and firmwide awards and ranking programs  

Work with communications manager to maintain local award calendar and deadlines  

Social Media  

Adapt firmwide toolkits for local channels and leaders  

Support with graphics and development for local campaigns   

Brainstorm ideas for social media channels around events, announcements, and initiatives  

Your Qualifications 

2+ years of experience in public relations, media, communications, or marketing roles, preferably in the AEC industry 

Strong writing, editing, grammar and interpersonal skills 

Self-motivator with strong organizational skills to coordinate and pro-actively manage multiple projects and deadlines  

Ability to work with diverse teams in a fast-paced environment, and problem-solve where necessary  

Professional demeanor and a friendly, flexible, proactive team player  

Proficiency in InDesign and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)  

**The base salary will be estimated between $60,000 – $72,000 (non-exempt) plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit   Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

Life at Gensler   

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.