PR Account Manager

Performability; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Performability in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced PR professional to manage day-to-day client communications, deliver campaigns, draft press releases, pitches, and social content, and build strong media relationships across print, online, radio, and TV.

The role requires a relevant degree, 5+ years PR agency experience, superb writing/editing, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced SA media landscape.

Qualifications

• Degree in PR/Communications/Marketing or Journalism.
• 5+ years PR agency experience.
• Strong writing and media liaison skills.
• Solid knowledge of SA media landscape.
• Confident in social media strategy and digital communications.
• Organised and able to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day client communication and campaign delivery
• Draft and edit press releases, pitches, social media content, and reports
• Build strong media relationships and secure coverage across print, online, radio, and TV
• Coordinate interviews, events, activations, and stakeholder communications
• Track campaign performance and prepare client reports

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Media liaison

Client communications

Education

PR/Communications/Marketing/Journalism degree

Job description

What youll do:

• Manage day-to-day client communication and campaign delivery


• Draft and edit press releases, pitches, social media content, and reports


• Build strong media relationships and secure coverage across print, online, radio, and TV


• Coordinate interviews, events, activations, and stakeholder communications


• Track campaign performance and prepare client reports

What were looking for:

• Relevant degree in PR, Communications, Marketing, or Journalism


• 5+ years PR agency experience


• Strong writing, editing, and media liaison skills


• Solid knowledge of the South African media landscape


• Confident in social media strategy and digital communications


• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple deadlines

Key attributes: Strong communicator, solutions-driven, detail-oriented, professional under pressure, and confident engaging with clients and journalists.