Hybrid PR Account Manager: Lead Campaigns & Media

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybride; ZAR 360 000 - 540 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Hybrid work

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape seeks an experienced PR Account Manager to lead client strategies and build strong media relationships in a hybrid setup. You will drive PR campaigns, manage budgets, and mentor junior staff while delivering high-quality communications for diverse clients.

The role requires a proven track record in PR campaign management, excellent writing and pitching skills, and a deep media landscape understanding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of PR agency or in-house communications experience.
• Proven track record managing multiple accounts and delivering impactful PR campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong pitching and storytelling abilities.
• Strong media relations skills with a network of contacts.
• Experience with media monitoring and reporting tools.
• Experience with social media and digital PR strategies; strong organizational skills.
• Able to work effectively in a hybrid work environment with self-discipline and collaboration.

Responsabilités

• Manage day-to-day client relationships and act as primary contact.
• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies and campaign plans for clients.
• Secure positive media coverage across traditional and digital platforms.
• Write and edit press releases, pitches, media advisories, and PR materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers.
• Monitor media coverage and report results to clients.
• Manage client budgets and ensure profitability of accounts.
• Mentor junior team members and oversee their work.
• Identify new business opportunities within existing accounts.
• Stay updated on industry trends and PR best practices.

Connaissances

Media relations

Campaign management

Strong writing

Pitches & storytelling

Client relationship management

Budget management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations

Outils

Cision

Meltwater

Hootsuite

Description du poste

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape seeks an experienced PR Account Manager to lead client strategies and build strong media relationships in a hybrid setup. You will drive PR campaigns, manage budgets, and mentor junior staff while delivering high-quality communications for diverse clients.

The role requires a proven track record in PR campaign management, excellent writing and pitching skills, and a deep media landscape understanding.