Hello everyone! I’m currently an analyst (duh), but I’d really like to transfer my skills and knowledge into being a publicist.

Any idea on how to make the transition that doesn’t involve school?

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Does your current company have an internal marketing or PR department? I’d start by having a chat with them. Oftentimes the internal teams are open to having someone transfer to their team from another internal role if you have the right attitude, learn quickly, and can demonstrate how your experience translates.

Otherwise, there’s a lot of advice out there about getting PR experience with nonprofits or organizations you’re passionate about on the side - and use that to build your experience and network until you can make the move to full time

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I think you can do this but you'll have to be open to starting at the bottom and working your way up

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At Edelman we're always looking for people who want to pitch media - even if they're in another department. I bet other agencies are the same

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I’m actually fine with that. One thing I pride myself on is being open to change. I just have to find the right pieces to get this together. Thanks everyone!!!

Keep the ideas and suggestions coming!

Agreed with CMO1, get to know agency/corporate comms people as they are more than happy to chat with you about their jobs. 4As should have a Corp Comms day that you should consider attending. Lastly, what area of PR? When I see publicist, I think TV or Hollywood. Is that the direction you are thinking?

Yeah PR and publicist not necessarily the same thing...

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