Media Relations Specialist - Vereeniging

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement fund

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment in Vere

Competitive salary package

Job summary

Placements24 invites a Media Relations Specialist to join our communications team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role focuses on managing the company’s public profile through strategic media engagement, compelling storytelling, and media relations execution.

With 3–5 years in media/public relations, you will build strong media relationships, craft press releases, and monitor coverage in a hybrid work setting based in Vereeniging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• 3–5 years of media relations/public relations experience.
• Proven success in securing media coverage across platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Strong media contacts and ability to build new relationships.
• Experience with media monitoring and analysis tools.
• Organized, detail-oriented with project management skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid setup in Vereeniging, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media relations strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Write and distribute press releases, advisories, and pitches to media outlets.
• Cultivate relationships with journalists, editors, and producers.
• Monitor media coverage, track mentions, and analyze campaign effectiveness.
• Respond to inquiries and arrange interviews with company spokespeople.
• Assist in creating communications materials and media kits.
• Identify opportunities for positive media engagement and brand promotion.
• Support crisis communications when needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams for message alignment.

Skills

Media relations

Public relations

Written & verbal English

Relationship building

Media monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Journalism

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected entity in **Vereeniging, Gauteng**, is looking for a dedicated Media Relations Specialist to bolster their communications team. This role is central to managing and enhancing our client's public profile through effective media engagement. You will be responsible for crafting compelling narratives, building strong relationships with media outlets, and securing positive coverage. The ideal candidate is a proactive communicator with a keen understanding of the media landscape and a passion for storytelling. This position requires a blend of strategic planning and hands-on execution. This role operates on a hybrid model, allowing for focused remote work alongside crucial in-office collaboration at our **Vereeniging** location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media relations strategies to support organizational objectives.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and pitches to relevant media outlets.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and producers.
• Monitor media coverage, track mentions, and analyze campaign effectiveness.
• Respond to media inquiries and facilitate interviews with company spokespersons.
• Assist in the development of communication materials and media kits.
• Identify opportunities for positive media engagement and brand promotion.
• Support crisis communication efforts as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure message alignment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in media relations or public relations.
• Demonstrated success in securing media coverage across various platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong media contacts and the ability to build new relationships.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools.
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, balancing remote tasks with on-site requirements in **Vereeniging**.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a team-player attitude.
• Understanding of the **Gauteng** media environment is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment in **Vereeniging**.