Media Relations Coordinator

Placements24; Centurion; In loco; ZAR 240.000 - 360.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Training and career advancement

Exposure to diverse media campaigns

Supportive team culture

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 seeks a Media Relations Coordinator to support day-to-day media outreach from our Centurion office. You will be the central contact for media inquiries, draft press materials, and help coordinate interviews with company spokespeople.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in media relations or PR support, excellent written and verbal communication, and solid MS Office skills. This role offers exposure to high-profile campaigns within a collaborative team.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in media relations or PR support.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and media monitoring tools.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work in an office setting.

Mansioni

• Coordinate media outreach efforts, including pitching stories and following up with journalists.
• Manage incoming media requests and facilitate interviews for company spokespersons.
• Maintain and update the media contact database.
• Track media coverage and assist in preparing performance reports.
• Support the planning and execution of press conferences and media events.
• Assist in the creation of press materials and social media content.

Conoscenze

Excellent written and verbal comms

Organizational skills

Multitasking abilities

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Public Relations

Strumenti

MS Office Suite

Media monitoring tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organized and enthusiastic Media Relations Coordinator to join their vibrant team in Centurion . This role is essential for supporting day-to-day media outreach activities, managing press inquiries, and ensuring smooth execution of PR initiatives. You will be the central point of contact for media logistics and will play a key role in maintaining strong relationships with media outlets. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, possess excellent communication skills, and be eager to contribute to impactful PR campaigns within a dedicated office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate media outreach efforts, including pitching stories and following up with journalists.
• Manage incoming media requests and facilitate interviews for company spokespersons.
• Maintain and update the media contact database.
• Track media coverage and assist in preparing performance reports.
• Support the planning and execution of press conferences and media events.
• Assist in the creation of press materials and social media content.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a media relations or PR support role.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and basic understanding of media monitoring tools.
• A proactive attitude and ability to work effectively within an office setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for training and career advancement within the PR field.
• Exposure to diverse media campaigns and industry leaders.
• A supportive team culture in a dynamic office environment.
• Contribution to high-profile communication strategies.