Media Relations Manager

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Health/dental/vision insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Media Relations Manager to lead media outreach in a fully remote role. You will develop strategies to secure positive coverage, manage journalist relationships, and respond to inquiries from a flexible remote setup.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in media relations, an established media network, and exceptional writing skills. Remote work with flexible hours and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years in media relations or PR.
• Established network of media contacts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute proactive media relations strategies to secure positive press coverage.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts across sectors.
• Craft press releases, media pitches, and talking points.
• Manage incoming media inquiries and ensure timely, accurate responses.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze trends, and report on campaign effectiveness.
• Serve as a media spokesperson when required.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Storytelling

Remote work management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a dynamic and well-connected Media Relations Manager to lead their media outreach efforts. In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to secure positive media coverage, manage relationships with journalists, and respond to media inquiries. You will play a crucial role in enhancing our client's public profile and managing their reputation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PR professional to drive impactful media campaigns from a flexible, remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute proactive media relations strategies to achieve positive press coverage.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts across various sectors.
• Craft compelling press releases, media pitches, and talking points.
• Manage incoming media inquiries and requests, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze trends, and report on campaign effectiveness.
• Serve as a media spokesperson when required, effectively communicating the company's message.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in media relations or public relations, with a strong portfolio of media placements.
• Established network of media contacts and a deep understanding of the media landscape.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive narratives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience in crisis communications is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture focused on mutual success.