Public Relations Specialist (Contract)

Description

milk + honey is an award-winning collection of luxury spas, salons, and medSPAs dedicated to helping people relax, feel good, and prioritize self-care. Known for exceptional service, elevated experiences, and thoughtfully curated treatments, we have built a loyal following in Austin, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, and Fort Worth—and continue to grow our presence as a leader in wellness and beauty.

We are seeking a part-time Public Relations Specialist (contract role) based in Chicago to help shape and elevate our presence. This independent contractor role offers a $3,000 monthly retainer and requires approximately 40 hours of work per month. While the position offers flexibility and remote work, regular in-market presence is essential to build relationships, attend events, and stay connected to the pulse of the Chicago media landscape. As milk + honey continues to grow its presence in Chicago, we're looking for a PR professional who can build meaningful local awareness while helping elevate the brand.

You are our person in Chicago. You know who covers wellness, beauty, design, and lifestyle in this city—they take your calls. You hold the national pitching calendar, you shape the milk + honey narrative as it appears in the press throughout Chicago and help support on a national level at times. You translate what is happening at our Gold Coast location: new services, seasonal moments, and community partnerships into placements that drive both prestige and credibility.

*what you will do*

• Own and maintain the Chicago media list: lifestyle, beauty, wellness, and design press, plus broadcast and key newsletters.
• Pitch 10–15 tailored stories per month tied to seasonal moments, new offerings, and locally relevant trend angles.
• Pursue one to two larger Chicago feature placements per quarter
• Coordinate editor and creator visits to Gold Coast - concierge experience, scripted touchpoints, follow-through.
• Deliver a monthly b...