Merilee Kern / Kern Communications
Full Service, Results-Driven PR >> Marketing >> Copy >> Media
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#20,356
of 28,921 agencies on Upwork by lifetime earnings, and #58 in PR.
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Total earned
$350
lifetime, as published
Jobs
1
contracts to date
Hours
0
billed hourly
Job Success
Not rated yet
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Hourly rate
$50/hr
team range
Index Score
30
#25245 overall
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- Lifetime pace
- $33/yr estimate
- Lifetime earnings divided by years on Upwork. A floor on historical pace, not a forecast.
- Earnings per job
- $350
- Average contract value to date.
- Recent earnings, per Upwork
- $0
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- Realised hourly
- n/a
- Total earned over billed hours. Fixed-price work inflates it; compare with the rate card.
Index Score breakdown30/100
Scale 14.5/40Quality 10/20Trust 0/15Momentum 3/15Team 2.5/10
Observation history
Every read of the public page. Last observed Oct 30, 2026 (live read).
| Observed | Earned | Δ | Jobs | JSS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2026 | $350 | 1 | Not rated |
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About
As the examples demonstrate at bit.ly/PRPlacements (and more tinyurl.com/MerileeKernExamples - see category tabs bottom left), I am a highly experienced and successful public relations, communications, editing/writing, branding and content strategist and tactician with a MBA degree and over 20 years of experience on the front line. I work with products/services, brands, companies, agencies, C-suite thought leaders and subject matter experts worldwide across a wide array of B2B and B2C sectors. Some top-line placements that you’ll see include Forbes, Fortune, Fast Company, New York Times, U.S. News & World Report and other top-tier media outlets. Also an internationally-regarded field expert in my own right, my own thought leadership is featured in Forbes (tinyurl.com/ForbesMerilee), Newsweek, FastCompany.com, Forbes.com and elsewhere. In fact, as a prolific and respected business voice of authority, my own byline articles have been published by over 450 media outlets worldwide. Relative to skills and abilities, please access my Professional Capabilities deck here: bit.ly/PR-Comm-Branding-Capabilities. My career is exemplified by a commitment to delivering exceptional results, driving brand visibility and building strong relationships. Here are some highlights of my qualifications that align with the requirements of the role: • Strategic Communication -- I have successfully developed and executed comprehensive communication strategies for world-class experts and companies that have led to increased brand awareness and engagement. My ability to align communication efforts with organizational goals and stated KPIs has consistently delivered measurable results. • Media Relations -- I possess a deep understanding of media relations, with a strong repository of media contacts. For myself and others, I have secured coverage with prominent publications and TV outlets and have orchestrated profoundly successful media campaigns at large. • Content Creation -- I am skilled in content development, including press releases, pitch letters, articles, blog posts, scripts, speeches and social media content. I ensure that all communication materials are aligned with brand messaging and resonate with target audiences. • Digital & Influencer Marketing -- I have a solid grasp of digital marketing strategies, including SEO, social media advertising, and email marketing, with my communications work often synergistically being leveraged to enhance brand visibility and engagement. • Reputation Management -- I have a strong background in personal branding-oriented communication, having navigated and mitigated potential reputation risks for clients. My methodical and strategic approach has earned the trust of both internal and external stakeholders. I would welcome the opportunity to contribute these and other of my key skillsets to help foster your continued success.Read more
Skills
Public RelationsTV BroadcastingMedia RelationsTV SetPress ReleaseMedia BuyingMedia PlanningWritingCopywritingInfluencer MarketingMedia & Entertainment
Agency facts
- Team size
- Not published
- Teams on Upwork
- 1
- Founded
- Not published
- Member since
- Mar 2016
- Last contract
- Apr 2016
- Owner
- Merilee K.
- Client focus
- Not published
- Members in
- United States
- Languages
- Not published
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#58 in PR
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#84 in Media Buying
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#108 in Influencer Marketing
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#591 in Copywriting
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#3419 in United States
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