Freelance Publicist (AE / SAE Level) Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle

DripComm is growing! We’re looking for a NYC-based freelance publicist with a love for fashion and beauty, a talent for storytelling, and the media relationships to help exciting brands become part of the conversation. If you’re an Account Executive ready to stretch into Senior Account Executive-level work—or an SAE who loves hands-on media relations—we’d love to meet you. You’ll work closely with agency leadership across fashion, beauty, wellness, and lifestyle accounts, bringing fresh ideas, building editor relationships, and turning compelling stories into meaningful coverage. About DripCommDripComm is a creative communications agency working across New York, Los Angeles, and Miami. We connect brands with culture through earned media, creative campaigns, PR stunts, partnerships, events, and influencer programs. Our work has earned recognition from The PR Net’s Beauty Comms Power Players and Next Gen awards, along with a 2025 BeautyMatter Best Agency finalist nomination. We’re a collaborative, creatively driven team that brings enthusiasm, care, and big ideas to the brands we represent. What You’ll Work OnMedia Relations & Storytelling Own day-to-day media outreach across assigned accounts, with strategic guidance from account leads and agency leadership Develop fresh, timely pitch angles across product launches, trend stories, founder profiles, expert commentary, and cultural moments Build thoughtful, personalized pitches that connect the right story with the right editor Grow relationships with editors, freelance writers, producers, and other media contacts across fashion, beauty, wellness, and lifestyle Spot new opportunities across digital, print, broadcast, podcasts, newsletters, and emerging platforms Keep conversations moving through thoughtful follow-up, sample coordination, and helpful, responsive communication Creative Ideas & Cultural Connections Bring ideas to brainstorms for launches, events, partnerships, and PR stunts Follow the trends, conversations, and cultural moments shaping our clients’ worlds Stay connected to the evolving media landscape, from new editorial voices to recurring columns and changing beats Share timely opportunities and recommendations with the account team Press Materials & Account Support Draft pitches, press releases, media alerts, and other press materials Build and maintain targeted media lists Coordinate product samples, imagery, interview requests, and other media needs Support beauty and industry award submissions Track outreach and coverage, contributing to client updates and campaign recaps Join relevant client calls to share media updates, opportunities, and ideas Events & Relationship Building Attend and support NYC press events, previews, launches, and industry gatherings, typically one to three times per month depending on the calendar Help welcome media, facilitate introductions, and bring our clients’ stories to life in person Build on event connections through thoughtful follow-up and ongoing relationship development What You’ll Bring Approximately 3–5 years of PR experience, ideally at an agency working with fashion and beauty brands A track record of securing earned media coverage and growing relationships with relevant editors and writers Strong familiarity with the fashion and beauty media landscape, plus an interest in wellness, lifestyle, and culture Excellent writing skills and a clear sense of what makes a story timely and compelling Confidence managing day-to-day outreach, with curiosity and enthusiasm for developing your craft Strong organization, attention to detail, and reliable follow-through A proactive, collaborative approach—you enjoy sharing ideas, asking thoughtful questions, and keeping the team connected Familiarity with Muck Rack, Cision, or similar media databases, Google Workspace, and coverage reporting tools Experience with affiliate platforms such as Awin or Skimlinks is a plus Why DripCommYou’ll have the opportunity to work closely with agency leadership, contribute ideas that shape campaigns, and build relationships across a dynamic mix of brands. We welcome someone ready to take greater ownership of media relations while continuing to grow their creative thinking, confidence, and PR experience. Our Core ValuesAt DripComm, we show up with: Urgency – We take initiative, move with purpose and keep people informed. Enthusiasm – We bring energy, share inspiration and celebrate wins. Positivity – We lead with curiosity, care and a solutions-oriented mindset. Excellence – We care about the work and the experience of working with us. Extreme Ownership – We take initiative, own our decisions and stay accountable for results. Creativity – We bring our interests into the work, connect unexpected ideas and make room for fun. Inclusivity – We welcome different perspectives and make room for everyone to be fully themselves.?Details Freelance / part-time role Hourly rate commensurate with experienceNYC-based, with remote day-to-day work Availability for NYC events required, typically one to three times per month; some may take place in the evening Availability during ET business hours for collaboration and timely media follow-upMonthly hours and scheduling to be agreed upon based on account needs