Junior PR Account Executive

Rainmaker Marketing; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A marketing firm in Durban seeks a motivated individual for a hybrid PR role, managing campaigns from concept to delivery. Responsibilities include ensuring the quality of client work, managing deadlines, and clear communication with the PR team. This position offers a chance to learn and grow within the PR and communications space, making it an excellent opportunity for those eager to contribute effectively to campaigns.

Qualifications

• Motivated individual eager to learn and grow in the PR and communications field.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with team members and clients.
• Ability to manage deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage deadlines and feedback for PR and marketing campaigns.
• Ensure high-caliber creativity and quality in client work.
• Communicate for writing and distributing press releases.
• Share updated media info with staff.
• Stay informed about current news and media insights.

Job description

This hybrid position will be responsible from concept to delivery of all PR and reputation management activities. You will work closely with the PR team to support campaigns, assist with media tracking and reporting, coordinate events, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations within the department. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone eager to learn, contribute, and grow in the PR and communications space.

Key responsibilities

• Manage deadlines and feedback to internal, suppliers, head of department and clients to ensure overall success of PR & marketing campaigns.
• Ensure the creativity and quality of client work is of a high calibre.
• Ensure write-up output meets deliverables and internal/department expectations for clients.
• Communicate clearly with all PR team members (including head of department) for writing and distribution of press releases in terms of scheduling, etc.
• Share any new or updated media info with staff to update Media Manager software/database.
• Stay abreast of current news and insights (including movement of media or new titles) to ensure content produced and who we are.