Public Relations Associate

PR Associate, Food & Beverage Team

Location: New York City | Hybrid (3 days/week in Flatiron office)

The Brand Guild is looking for a PR Associate to join our growing Food & Beverage team in New York City. This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional with 2–3 years of agency experience who’s passionate about shaping the narrative for today’s most exciting food, beverage and hospitality brands.

We’re a collaborative, agile team that thrives on creative storytelling, earned media wins, and big brand moments. If you’re a curious, media-savvy writer who wants to work alongside some of the best in the business, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Support Account Success
• Draft press releases, media briefings, talking points, and other key materials
• Research industry trends, media targets, and category insights to fuel strategy
• Monitor press coverage and maintain detailed client reporting

• Pitch & Build Relationships
• Create compelling story angles and pitch proactively to media
• Identify timely earned media opportunities aligned with client goals
• Help build and maintain relationships with local and national journalists

• Stay Ahead of the Curve
• Track editorial calendars and cultural trends to inform outreach
• Stay on top of F&B and hospitality news, sharing insights with teams and clients
• Support press events, activations, and launch moments
  

Who You Are

• A strong writer and communicator with a passion for media and storytelling
• A proactive thinker who’s resourceful, organized, and detail-oriented
• A news junkie who’s naturally curious and always in-the-know
  
  

What You Bring

• 2–3 years of PR agency experience (F&B or hospitality experience a plus)
• Experience drafting press materials and securing earned media coverage
• Strong research, writing, and project management skills
• Comfort working across teams and directly with clients
  
  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• People-first culture: Supportive, high-energy team that values creativity and balance
• Professional development: Annual stipend, training programs, and mentorship opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits: Fully paid medical, dental, and vision; FSA; life and disability insurance; 401(k) with match
• Time to recharge: Robust PTO policy, mental health days, and generous family leave
• Hybrid flexibility: Three in-office days that foster collaboration—plus autonomy to work your way
• Exciting clients: Work with mission-driven, culture-shaping brands in food and hospitality
  
  

The Brand Guild is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace. If you require accommodations during the hiring process, please contact careers@thebrandguild.com.