New Professionals Section OLD
The New Professionals Section is for public relations and communication professionals who are new to the profession, having less than five years of experience. With almost 500 members, this community allows you to network with peers that share your professional
commitment and understand the unique challenges that new pros face. Through newsletters, mentoring, and webinars we help you build critical knowledge and skills, which is the best way to accelerate your career advancement.
A message from New Professionals 2024 Section Chair, Katie Lindquist
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If you are already a PRSA member and looking to join this Section mid-year, please call the Member Services department at (212) 460-1400 or email: membership@prsa.org.
Nonmember Resources
*This is a sneak peek at Member Resources. Join this Section for full access.Related Learning
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The Age of AI: Smart Brevity for PR
Jun 4, 2026 2:00 PM – 2:30 p.m.
Join this Demo Day session to learn how Smart Brevity has proven to be the communication method that can engage busy readers without wasting time or watering down details. -
PRSA 2026 Travel & Tourism Conference
Jun 7 – 10, 2026
Albuquerque, NM
Elevating Stories, Driving Results -
AI in Action: Practical Tools and Techniques for the Modern Communicator – Part 2
Jun 8 – Jul 20, 2026
The AI in Action six-module certificate program is designed to equip communications professionals with the skills and confidence to harness generative AI across their workflows — from content creation and research to campaign execution and automation.
