Media Relations Coordinator

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate

Diverse PR campaigns

Valuable PR experience

Collaborative team

Contract extension potential

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, ZA seeks a proactive Media Relations Coordinator to support media outreach, press events, and campaign tracking. You will build relationships with journalists, draft releases, and monitor coverage while collaborating with the communications team.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in communications or PR, 1–3 years in media relations, excellent writing, strong organization, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in media relations or PR role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with the Rustenburg, North West media landscape is beneficial.
• Event coordination experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing media relations strategies.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with media contacts and journalists.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and pitch letters.
• Coordinate media events, press conferences, and interviews.
• Monitor media coverage, compile media clips, and track campaign results.
• Maintain and update media contact databases.
• Support the communications team with PR tasks and projects.
• Respond to media inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Assist in developing talking points and briefing materials for spokespersons.

Skills

Media relations

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Public Relations/Journalism

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Media Relations Coordinator to join their team based in Rustenburg, North West, ZA. This role requires a candidate with a strong understanding of media outreach and campaign support. You will be instrumental in building and maintaining relationships with media outlets, coordinating press events, and tracking media coverage. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills and a passion for public relations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful campaigns within a supportive work environment. You will work closely with the communications team to ensure consistent messaging and timely delivery of information to the press. We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and make a tangible difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing media relations strategies.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with relevant media contacts and journalists.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and pitch letters.
• Coordinate media events, press conferences, and interviews.
• Monitor media coverage, compile media clips, and track campaign results.
• Maintain and update media contact databases.
• Support the communications team with various PR tasks and projects.
• Respond to media inquiries and requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist in developing talking points and briefing materials for spokespersons.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in media relations or a PR-focused role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools and databases is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with the media landscape in Rustenburg, North West, ZA region is beneficial.
• Experience in event coordination is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful PR campaigns.
• Gain valuable experience in media relations within a professional setting.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance.