PR Executive Jobs in Bangalore at Contextread
Contextread, a digital marketing agency in Bengaluru since 2012, is hiring a PR Executive to join our Public Relations team in Domlur. If you're searching for PR Executive jobs in Bangalore with real client work and a clear growth path, this role is a strong fit.
YOUR GROWTH PATH AT CONTEXTREAD
Quick facts about this PR Executive role
Job Title
PR Executive
Location
Domlur, Bengaluru (on-site)
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience
1–4 Years
Department
Public Relations
Working Hours
Mon–Fri, 10 am–7 pm
Compensation
₹25,000 – ₹45,000 / month
Reports To
PR Lead
Openings
Multiple, rolling basis
What you'll do as a PR Executive
You'll join our Public Relations team, working alongside 150+ specialists across SEO, content, design, and paid media. You'll work on Public Relations for clients across fintech, retail, healthcare, real estate, and more — the same industries we've served since 2012.
This isn't a solo role. You'll work with a dedicated account manager and cross-functional team on every account, so your work turns into real results, not just a report nobody reads.
Why this role exists
As Contextread has grown to 480+ clients and 3,500+ completed projects, our Public Relations team is expanding to keep turnaround times at 7 to 20 working days without cutting corners on quality.
What this job involves day to day
Media outreach
Pitch client stories to relevant journalists and publications.
Press materials
Draft press releases, media notes, and briefing documents.
Relationship building
Maintain and grow relationships with media contacts across beats.
Coverage tracking
Track coverage and sentiment, and report results to clients.
Crisis support
Support clients with fast, clear communication during sensitive situations.
Staying current
Track media trends and journalist moves relevant to client industries.
Requirements & skills
Must-haves
- ✓ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- ✓ Understanding of the Indian media landscape and how outreach works
- ✓ Comfortable pitching and following up with journalists
- ✓ Reliable under deadline, especially during sensitive situations
Good to have
- ✓ Existing relationships with journalists or media outlets
- ✓ Experience with media monitoring tools
- ✓ Prior agency or in-house PR experience
- ✓ Interest in how AI and search are changing media discovery
Why PR Executives choose Contextread over other Bangalore agencies
Real client work from day one
No busywork. You'll work on live accounts with senior guidance from week one.
A clear growth path
Every role at Contextread has a defined next step, with mentoring built in.
Steady, respected hours
Monday to Friday, 10 am to 7 pm. No unpredictable late nights as standard practice.
Where this role can take you
PR Executive
You start here
Senior PR Executive
Own bigger accounts, mentor juniors
PR Lead
Lead the Public Relations function
What a typical day looks like
10:00 am
Check coverage and media monitoring dashboards for your accounts.
Midday
Draft pitches or press materials and work through outreach lists.
Afternoon
Journalist calls, and reviews with your account manager or team lead.
7:00 pm
Wrap up and log progress so reporting stays current for every account.
Compensation & what's discussed at offer stage
For this role, with 1–4 years, compensation is typically in the ₹25,000 – ₹45,000 / month range — in line with current Bangalore market standards for PR Executives. Your exact offer depends on your specific experience and skills, and we'll confirm the number with you before any offer is made.
What we can tell you upfront: you'll be part of our in-house team of 150+ specialists, not an outsourced or freelance arrangement, working Monday to Friday, 10 am to 7 pm, from our Domlur office.
Want the exact range for your experience level?
Call us at +91 88615 68208 and our People team can confirm where you'd likely fall in this range before you apply.
Four steps to join our Public Relations team
Send your resume
Apply through our contact page with your resume and, if you have one, a short work sample.
Screening call
A short call with our People team to understand your background and expectations.
Public Relations interview
A conversation with the Public Relations team about your approach to real scenarios.
Offer
If it's a fit on both sides, we'll share a written offer with role and compensation details.
FAQs about this PR Executive role
What does a PR Executive do at Contextread?
You'll join our Public Relations team, handling day-to-day public relations work for client campaigns across industries such as fintech, retail, healthcare, real estate, and more.
What is the salary for a PR Executive in Bangalore at Contextread?
For this role, with 1–4 years, compensation typically falls between ₹25,000 and ₹45,000 per month, in line with current Bangalore market standards. Your exact offer depends on your specific experience and skills.
Do I need prior experience to apply?
We're looking for candidates with 1–4 years of relevant experience. If you have strong fundamentals from an internship or coursework but less full-time experience, mention it in your application and we'll still take a look.
Where is Contextread located in Bangalore?
Our office is in Domlur, Bengaluru, a short drive from Indiranagar, Koramangala, HSR Layout, and Whitefield.
Is this PR Executive role remote or on-site?
This role is on-site at our Domlur office, working alongside the Public Relations team and other departments on the same accounts.
How do I apply for jobs at Contextread?
Send your resume through our contact page or call +91 88615 68208. Our People team typically responds within a few working days.
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