Media Relations Officer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Development opportunities in Klerksdor

Team environment and career growth

Exposure to media campaigns

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking a proactive Media Relations Officer to join our Media & PR team. This role focuses on building strong relationships with journalists and media outlets to ensure accurate coverage of the company.

You will craft press materials, pitch stories, monitor coverage, and act as a key liaison between the organization and the media landscape, thriving in a dynamic environment while delivering timely communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism or related field.
• Proven experience in a media relations role.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a media contacts database.
• Write and distribute press releases and media kits.
• Pitch story ideas to journalists and seek opportunities.
• Monitor media coverage and report trends and sentiment.
• Respond to media inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Plan and execute press conferences and media events.

Skills

Excellent writing

Editing skills

Verbal communication

Networking abilities

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Media monitoring software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Media Relations Officer to join their Media & PR team in Klerksdorp . This role is essential for building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists and media outlets, ensuring positive and accurate coverage of the company. You will be responsible for crafting compelling press materials, pitching stories, and acting as a key liaison between the organization and the media landscape. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment and possesses excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a database of media contacts relevant to the industry.
• Write and distribute press releases, media kits, and other PR materials.
• Pitch story ideas to journalists and proactively seek media opportunities.
• Monitor media coverage and report on results, identifying key trends and sentiment.
• Respond to media inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Support the planning and execution of press conferences and media events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a media relations role, preferably within a corporate or agency setting.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong networking abilities and a keen understanding of the media landscape.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in using media monitoring software is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in Klerksdorp .
• Supportive team environment and a focus on career growth.
• Exposure to diverse media campaigns and industry events.