Media Relations Manager (Remote)

Placements24; Pretoria; Ibrido; ZAR 420.000 - 720.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Vacation and personal leave

Professional development

Performance-based incentives

Home office allowance

Online training access

Annual retreats

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Media Relations Manager for a fully remote role. You will design and drive media outreach, build strong relationships with journalists, and shape the company’s public narrative across outlets.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in media relations, exceptional writing, and proven success securing coverage in top publications. You will collaborate virtually with a distributed team and manage crisis communications as needed.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in media relations.
• Proven ability to secure media coverage in top-tier publications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong storytelling ability.

Mansioni

• Develop and execute comprehensive media relations strategies to achieve business objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with journalists, editors, and media influencers.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and talking points.
• Proactively pitch stories and secure positive media placements across various platforms.
• Monitor media coverage, identify potential issues, and advise on response strategies.
• Manage media inquiries and serve as a point of contact for journalists.
• Organize virtual press briefings and interviews.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment.
• Track and report on media coverage and the effectiveness of PR initiatives.
• Provide media training and guidance to key spokespeople.

Conoscenze

Media relations

Press releases

Strategic comms

Crisis communications

Media monitoring

Relationship building

Story pitching

Remote collaboration

Formazione

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

Strumenti

Cision

Meltwater

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and strategic Media Relations Manager to join their team on a fully remote basis. This role is ideal for a seasoned PR professional who thrives in a remote-first environment and possesses a deep understanding of media outreach and relationship building. The Media Relations Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing effective strategies to secure positive media coverage and manage the company's public image. The position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking autonomy and a strong work-life balance. You will be a key player in shaping public perception through proactive and reactive media engagement, ensuring our client's message is consistently and favorably communicated. The successful candidate must be adept at virtual collaboration and self-management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive media relations strategies to achieve business objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with journalists, editors, and media influencers.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and talking points.
• Proactively pitch stories and secure positive media placements across various platforms.
• Monitor media coverage, identify potential issues, and advise on response strategies.
• Manage media inquiries and serve as a point of contact for journalists.
• Organize virtual press briefings and interviews.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment.
• Track and report on media coverage and the effectiveness of PR initiatives.
• Provide media training and guidance to key spokespeople.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in media relations, preferably in a PR agency or corporate communications setting.
• Proven ability to secure media coverage in top-tier publications.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting compelling narratives.
• Strong understanding of media cycles and journalistic requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, with the ability to build rapport remotely.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools and PR databases.
• Experience in managing crisis communications is highly desirable.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time-management skills, essential for a remote role.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a distributed team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Fully remote working arrangement, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Generous vacation and personal leave policies.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Allowance for home office setup and expenses.
• Access to online training platforms and industry conferences.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team culture.
• Annual company retreats (virtual or in-person, depending on circumstances).