NOW HIRING
CHICAGO | JR. PUBLICIST + SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR (SEPTEMBER 2025)
Are you Type-A organized, insanely creative, and restaurant-obsessed? Do you seek out the latest and greatest restaurant news with the same excitement as a brand new tasting menu? Are you the friend everyone asks for advice on the best new spot in town and the perfect IG shot to capture it? We’re a hospitality-focused PR and marketing agency seeking a highly organized, detail-driven, and food-obsessed Junior Publicist & Social Media Coordinator to help us craft, pitch, and share compelling stories for some of the most exciting names in restaurants, bars, and hospitality.
This is a hybrid role for someone who thrives in the fast-paced, action-packed world of restaurants and knows how to turn that energy into both compelling content and thoughtful (and viral!) press moments. You’ll work across multiple brands. From neighborhood indie favorites to buzzy downtown openings, bringing each one to life with a custom blend of scroll-stopping storytelling and strategic media savvy. This is a full-time position with a hybrid structure (Mon/Thurs/Fri remote; Tues & Wed in-office in Logan Square) and will be instrumental in executing local and nationally focused communications campaigns for several of the most respected hospitality and lifestyle clients in the Midwest region, including: avec, Adalina Prime, Carino, Daisies, Ithaki, Pendry Chicago, The Graceful Ordinary, Hawksmoor, Postboy, and more.
ABOUT H2 PUBLIC RELATIONS
H2 Public Relations is a small, independent, woman-owned boutique firm established in San Diego in 2007. Our second office launched in Chicago in 2011. Since then, H2 has remained a preferred PR partner for a national roster of hospitality veterans, chefs, restaurateurs, hoteliers, wellness innovators, real estate developers, and top travel destinations, with work spanning Detroit, St. Louis, Salt Lake City, Austin, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco.
We’re proud to represent James Beard and MICHELIN-recognized chefs, Food & Wine Best New Chefs, Master Sommeliers, internationally renowned bartenders, and some of the most innovative restaurants shaping today’s dining and beverage culture.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
PR Responsibilities
Research, draft, and edit press releases, fact sheets, bios, newsletters, and pitches in AP style with clever and creative storytelling skills in mind
Build and maintain media lists; pitch tailored story angles; secure placements locally and nationally
Support mid-level and senior-level team on big picture strategy
Track press coverage and maintain PR reporting systems
Support and coordinate press previews, tastings, and brand events, including on-site assistance
Monitor industry news and trends to identify opportunities for clients
Social Media Responsibilities
Manage and grow client social media accounts with brand-specific voice, tone, and strategy
Recognize trending moments and how to incorporate our clients into those conversations through clever social storytelling
Build content calendars aligned with campaigns, openings, and seasonal stories
Write engaging captions and social copy that complement larger PR narratives
Capture or coordinate photography/video content with a strong eye for aesthetics
Track analytics and adjust strategies to maximize engagement and reach
Support influencer outreach and partnership coordination as needed
YOU’RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:
Have 1–2+ years of PR agency experience OR a mix of PR/communications internships and social roles
Are extremely organized, deadline-driven, and proactive in managing multiple moving parts
Are a strong, confident writer with proven AP style proficiency and a good understanding of how to “sell”
Have hands-on social media experience (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook) and a keen sense of timely trends
Understand Chicago’s culinary and hospitality landscape and are passionate about food, beverage, and culture
Know how to craft pitches that are creative, customized, and reflective of each client’s voice
Are comfortable with Canva (or similar) and have an eye for visuals and brand aesthetics
Thrive in a boutique, fast-moving environment where no two days look the same
Are comfortable attending occasional evening events and activations
Bonus Points If You:
Have experience with influencer partnerships, email marketing, or event planning
Bring photography, video editing, or design skills to the table
Have worked in restaurants or directly with hospitality brands
BENEFITS
Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance after 90 days
SEP-IRA retirement benefit
Monthly phone stipend and personal stipend
Hybrid schedule (WFH Mon/Thurs/Fri)
Paid sick days, holidays, PTO, and mental health days
Paid volunteer hours for a cause you care about
Perks and experiences at some of Chicago’s top restaurants, bars, and lifestyle destinations
WHERE WE’RE LOCATED
Our Chicago office is in vibrant Logan Square, just a 10-minute walk from the Blue Line, surrounded by some of the city’s best bars and restaurants (Lula Café, Estereo, The Whistler, and more). Free street parking available.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter, resume, writing samples (press release/pitching), and links or handles that showcase your social media work to jobs@h2publicrelations.com. Candidates must be based in Chicago and available to start ASAP. No calls, please!
Now Accepting Fall Internship Applications
CHICAGO | (PAID) SOCIAL MEDIA, PR & MARKETING INTERNSHIP
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FALL INTERNSHIP (SEPT 2025)
H2 Public Relations is looking for a dynamic Social Media, PR & Marketing intern to join our small boutique agency in Chicago on a part-time basis beginning September 2025. This PAID internship will span a period of 10-12 weeks at 15-20 hours per week. This position is hybrid, and will require some weekly training with our team at our Logan Square office.
We’re looking for someone who has completed prior internships or course work in the field and is looking to get a more hands on feel for a PR position. If you have a passion for writing, hospitality, media, producing great content, and you have a knack for creating clean and crisp design assets via Canva, this internship is a great opportunity for a behind-the-scenes look into the world of hospitality PR with some of the most exciting clients in the business.
The Social Media, PR & Marketing internship job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Assisting on high-profile hospitality, hotel and restaurant accounts in Chicago, including Daisies, Chicago Boat Company, The Graceful Ordinary, Hawksmoor, The Greggory, Pendry Chicago, Big Star, Adalina and more.
Supporting all junior, mid-level and senior level publicists with tasks assigned and daily duties.
Social Media curriculum will include, but is not limited to: producing outside-the-box content ideas for engaging campaigns, drafting copy, tracking analytics, competitor research, audience management, and more.
Creating catchy and compelling content for newsletters with event descriptions + Canva designs.
PR curriculum will include, but is not limited to: drafting materials such as pitches, press releases, biographies, invite copy, blog copy and more. Prior writing experience and knowledge of AP format is a must.
Intern will be invited to attend client meetings and may assist account leads with meeting agendas and PR reports.
Intern will assist with press clips, media grids, tracking circulation numbers and placement values.
Reviewing editorial calendars to learn how to identify personalized angles for each of the clients.
Working in tandem with existing H2 team to further reach the goals of the clients for unique activations, event planning, partnerships and cross collaborations plus producing full promotional strategies to support these initiatives.
Attending & facilitating photo shoots, TV segments, podcasts, and client events alongside H2.
A pursued degree and a past internship in Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism/Communications, or a related field is preferred. Strong writing skills, and attention to detail in a fast-paced deadline driven environment is necessary. For consideration, please email resume, cover letter, writing samples + canva designs to demonstrate your creativity to PR @ h2publicrelations.com. Please also feel free to send us links/handles to demonstrate your social media experience. No calls, please -- We will contact you to arrange a meeting if you sound like a good fit!
SAN DIEGO | PR & SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING internship
H2 Public Relations is currently accepting applications for Fall internships. We’re looking for a dynamic and motivated Public Relations + Social Media Marketing Intern to join our team in San Diego. This is a 3-month, hybrid internship for school credit only, requiring approximately 15 hours per week, including weekly in-person training at our Liberty Station office.
We’re seeking candidates who are creative, outgoing, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Ideal candidates possess strong networking skills, multi-tasking ability, proficiency in AP style writing, and a passion for storytelling.
This is a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience in the public relations and marketing industries in Southern California and beyond.
OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):
Support high-profile client accounts including Del Mar Wine + Food Festival, Run The Jewels’ Juice Runners, Urban Kitchen Group, Café Vivant + Somm Cellars, 31ThirtyOne by Deckman’s, Fox Point Farms, Cesarina, and others
Assist publicists at all levels with daily tasks, media outreach, and campaign coordination
Participate in creative brainstorms and strategy sessions for upcoming campaigns and events
Attend and help coordinate photoshoots, TV segments, client meetings, and media opportunities
Draft pitches, bios, blog posts, newsletters, and social copy
Create visual content and assets via Canva and other design tools
Track and analyze social media performance and competitor trends
Research editorial calendars to identify personalized pitch angles for each client
Contribute to event planning, partnership development, and promotional strategy building
Pitch writing, editor research, client communications, and blog/invite copywriting
Learning how to develop compelling narratives and align client stories with current media trends
Social content ideation, caption writing, audience engagement, analytics tracking, and competitive research
Supporting on-site at shoots and assisting in producing content for client accounts
Requirements:
Must be based in San Diego and available for in-person work one day per week at our Liberty Station office
Strong written and verbal communication skills; knowledge of AP style is a must
Pursuing a degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
Experience with social media platforms and trends; Canva or basic design tools is a plus
Organized, adaptable, and enthusiastic about gaining hands-on agency experience
To Apply:
Please email your resume and cover letter to PRSD@h2publicrelations.com.
Optional: Include links to your social media handles, writing samples, or design portfolio to showcase your creative abilities.
No calls, please. We’ll contact you if we think you’re a good fit!