Gavin Watson
Honest career and hiring advice for PR and comms, from junior roles to director level
I'm Gav, founder of PR CROWD, a London-based PR and communications recruitment agency. Before recruitment I worked in PR myself, as a press officer in central government and in charity comms at Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity, Shelter and Sustrans.
I've seen thousands of PR CVs and sat on the other side of countless hiring decisions, from Junior Account Executive up to Director. I know what agencies and in-house teams look for, what they pay, and why good people sometimes get overlooked.
If you're weighing up a move, stuck at a level, or just want an honest second opinion, book a session. No jargon, no sales pitch, just practical advice you can use.
Services
I'll go through your CV and LinkedIn profile with you and tell you honestly how a hiring manager in PR or comms will read them. You'll come away knowing what to cut, what to bring forward and how to present your work so it stands out. Please send your CV ahead of the call.
A straight-talking 30 minutes on your PR or comms career. Agency or in-house, stepping up a level, switching sector, or checking what you should be earning. I've spent over a decade recruiting for the industry, from junior roles to director level, so you'll get an honest view of how hiring managers will see you, plus practical next steps.
Got a PR or comms interview coming up? We'll practise your answers, prepare for the tricky questions and plan how to talk about your work and results. I'll give you honest feedback on how you come across, based on what hiring managers actually look for. Tell me about the role when you book.
