Arts & Culture Content & Media Relations Specialist (Hybrid)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Content and Media Relations Coordinator for a vibrant arts and cultural organization in Bloemfontein. This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility to develop engaging content and promote diverse programming.

You will manage content for the website, newsletters, and social channels, and support media outreach and press events to amplify the organisation's voice in the cultural sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in content creation, social media management, or media relations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading abilities.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content management systems.
• Basic understanding of public relations principles and media outreach.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid work environment.
• Creative thinking and a passion for the arts and cultural sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and creation of engaging content for the organization's website, social media channels, newsletters, and promotional materials.
• Write and edit content, including blog posts, event descriptions, press releases, and social media updates.
• Manage the organization's social media presence, including scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and responding to inquiries.
• Support the coordination of media relations efforts, including maintaining media contact lists and distributing press releases.
• Assist in organizing media events and promotional activities.
• Monitor media coverage and track mentions of the organization.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and ensure consistent brand messaging.
• Maintain content calendars and assist with campaign planning.
• Provide administrative support to the communications department.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Media relations

Editing and proofreading

CMS familiarity

Public relations principles

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Content and Media Relations Coordinator for a vibrant arts and cultural organization in Bloemfontein. This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility to develop engaging content and promote diverse programming.

You will manage content for the website, newsletters, and social channels, and support media outreach and press events to amplify the organisation's voice in the cultural sector.