PR and Communications Coordinator

Hollywoodbets; Umhlanga Rocks; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading brand in the gambling industry as a PR & Communications Coordinator in Umhlanga. You'll support marketing efforts, maintain PR reports, and engage with media. This role offers growth in a vibrant, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Studying towards or have completed a degree in relevant fields.
• Experience in writing for media or within an agency/marketing environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain PR reports and interpret data for analysis.
• Assist in brainstorming strategies to enhance brand reputation.
• Create copy for marketing campaigns and proofread content.

Skills

Communication

Problem Recognition

Time Management

Education

Degree in English Studies

Degree in Copywriting

Degree in Public Relations

Tools

Excel

Job description

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. Our talented team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our team and let’s reach for the stars.

We have an exciting opportunity for a PR & Communications Coordinator to join our team in Umhlanga, Durban. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star?

The successful candidate will support the business with all PR and communication needs and serve as a support function to the Marketing department.

With Hollywoodbets, You Will

• Innovate and create as part of a like-minded, authentic team eager to achieve goals.
• Embrace challenges and the thrill of working in a vibrant, fast-paced industry.
• Grow with our development plans and culture that supports your career growth.

You Bring

• A valid driver’s license.
• Studying towards or have completed a degree in English Studies, Copywriting, or Public Relations.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Exposure to public relations, advertising, or marketing.
• Experience in writing for the media or within an agency/marketing environment.

A Bonus To Have

• Relevant diploma or degree.

What You’ll Do For The Brand

• Maintain a carefully compiled PR report.
• Interpret report data and prepare well-worded analyses.
• Maintain a media database.
• Research trends in communication, PR, and the gambling industry.
• Assist in brainstorming strategies to enhance the brand's reputation.
• Liaise with other departments to coordinate PR around campaigns, events, or news.
• Copy check various business documents.
• Research to support campaign development.
• Create copy for marketing campaigns.
• Interpret briefs into slogans, catchphrases, and content.
• Proofread written content meticulously.
• Engage with media via email, phone, and at events.
• Attend company events.
• Write in varying tones and styles.
• Draft speeches, MC scripts, and presentations.
• Conduct interviews for various content formats.
• Perform ad hoc duties as required.

What You’ll Bring To The Team

• Ability to collate and report information.
• Persistence in following through and delivering results.
• Ability to establish clear actions and stay attuned to market needs.
• Problem recognition and development of appropriate solutions.
• Effective time management to meet deadlines.
• Customer focus in actions.

Are you ready to level up, learn, and perform at your best? Apply now!

Please note, if you are not contacted within 30 days, consider your application unsuccessful.