Manager, Public Relations

Konew FinTech Corporation Limited; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive remuneration package

Career progression

Discretionary performance bonus

Medical & Dental insurance

Birthday leave

Anniversary leave

Study leave

Study subsidy scheme

Employee property loan / personal loan

Numerous other staff benefits

Job summary

Konew FinTech Corporation Limited is seeking a senior PR and communications leader in Hong Kong to shape strategic messaging, strengthen media presence, and oversee cross-portfolio publicity across entertainment, events and digital commerce.

You will manage media relations, craft executive communications, monitor trends, and lead crisis communications while coordinating with internal teams and external partners in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in PR, corporate communications, media relations.
• Experience in entertainment, artist management, concerts, film/content production, media, lifestyle, sports, or cultural sectors is a plus.
• Excellent writing, editing, presentation and communication skills.
• Strong media network and proficiency in English and Chinese (Cantonese/Putonghua).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PR and corporate communications strategies to strengthen brand positioning, reputation, and media presence.
• Lead publicity initiatives across Film & Content Production, Concert Production, Events, Artist Management, and Membership & Digital Commerce.
• Plan and execute media relations activities: press releases, media pitching, interviews, press conferences, events and campaigns.
• Build and maintain relationships with media, journalists, influencers, industry stakeholders, partners and government bodies.
• Develop compelling angles and publicity strategies for concerts, artists, productions, partnerships and initiatives.
• Manage corporate messaging, executive communications, media materials, FAQs and talking points.
• Monitor media coverage, sentiment and trends; provide timely recommendations to management.
• Support crisis communications, including protocols, statements and stakeholder communications.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated publicity campaigns and manage agencies and budgets.
• Establish PR KPIs and reporting frameworks; evaluate campaign outcomes.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Corporate communications

Content production coordination

Event management

Stakeholder management

Crisis communications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications

HKQF Level 5 equivalent

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement public relations and corporate communications strategies to strengthen the Company's brand positioning, reputation, and media presence.
• Lead publicity and communications initiatives across the Company's business portfolio, including Film & Content Production, Concert Production, Events, Artist Management, and Membership & Digital Commerce.
• Plan and execute media relations activities, including press releases, media pitching, interviews, press conferences, media events, and publicity campaigns.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media, journalists, influencers, industry stakeholders, business partners, government bodies, and other external parties.
• Develop compelling communication angles and publicity strategies for concerts, artists, content productions, corporate initiatives, partnerships, events, and other key projects.
• Manage corporate messaging, executive communications, media materials, presentations, FAQs, talking points, and other external communication materials.
• Monitor media coverage, public sentiment, industry trends, and emerging issues, and provide timely recommendations to management.
• Support issues management and crisis communications, including the development of communication protocols, holding statements, responses, and stakeholder communications when required.
• Work closely with Concert Production, Film & Content Production, Artist Management, Partnerships, Membership & Digital Commerce, Marketing, and other internal teams to deliver integrated publicity and communication campaigns.
• Manage PR agencies, media monitoring services, vendors, project budgets, timelines, and campaign performance.
• stablish PR KPIs and reporting frameworks, and evaluate campaign effectiveness, media exposure, brand visibility, and communication outcomes.

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Business Administration, or related disciplines, or equivalent qualification at HKQF Level 5.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Entertainment, Media, or related industries.
• Experience in entertainment, artist management, concerts, film/content production, media, lifestyle, sports, or cultural sectors will be an advantage.
• Proven track record in developing and executing PR strategies, publicity campaigns, media engagement, and corporate communications initiatives.
• Strong media network and established relationships with journalists, media organisations, influencers, agencies, and relevant industry stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of Hong Kong's media landscape, social media environment, and current communications trends.
• Excellent writing, editing, presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to develop clear and compelling messages for different audiences.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple campaigns and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Mature, proactive, resourceful, and able to handle sensitive or confidential matters with sound judgement.
• Experience in team management is preferred, with prior experience at supervisory level.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Putonghua.

• Attractive remuneration package
• Career progression opportunities
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Medical & Dental insurance
• Birthday leave
• Anniversary leave
• Study leave
• Study subsidy scheme
• Employee property loan / personal loan scheme
• Numerous other staff benefits