What is a Press Secretary?

a Press secretary is the closest to a media spokesperson, often also acting as public affairs officer. The role of the press secretary is not to represent the corporation but rather to provide information and advice on behalf of the organization.

Key Responsibilities of a Press Secretary

• Communicate with media outlets, industry leaders and stakeholders
• Prepared Speeches or Statements for key announcements
• Educational Programs - Researching and preparing educational materials.
• Industry Development - Developing research reports to inform decision-making at the corporate level.

How a Press Secretary's Role Has Evolved Over Time?

Press secretaries started in 1930 and have evolved over time with new roles emerging such as Public Affairs Officer, Communications Director or even Digital Communications Specialist.