PR and Media Coordinator

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work position

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship

Generous leave policy

Bonuses based on team performance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and organized PR and Media Coordinator to join our client's team remotely. You will support public relations efforts, manage media relationships, and ensure consistent brand messaging across platforms from anywhere in South Africa, with focus on East London and beyond.

The role involves executing PR strategies, coordinating media outreach, drafting press materials, and collaborating with marketing to ensure cohesive campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR/communications/marketing or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications.
• Strong written and verbal communication with excellent attention to detail.
• Familiarity with the South African media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing PR and media outreach strategies.
• Coordinate media requests, pitches, and interview arrangements.
• Draft and distribute press releases, advisories, and related communications.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, compiling reports.
• Maintain and update media contact databases and mailing lists.
• Support planning and execution of PR events and activations.
• Collaborate with marketing and social teams for cohesive messaging.
• Assist in managing the online press room and digital assets.
• Provide administrative support to PR and Communications.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

PR/Communications degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding lifestyle brand, is seeking a creative and organized PR and Media Coordinator to join their team remotely. This role is pivotal in supporting the public relations efforts, managing media relationships, and ensuring consistent brand messaging across all platforms. You will assist in executing PR strategies, coordinating media outreach, and contributing to impactful communication campaigns. The ideal candidate is passionate about the Media & PR industry, possesses strong communication skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, remote environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a growing company, contributing to its brand narrative and public profile from anywhere in South Africa, with a focus on connecting with audiences that include those in the East London region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of PR and media outreach strategies.
• Coordinate media requests, pitches, and interview arrangements.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and related communications.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, compiling reports and summaries.
• Maintain and update media contact databases and mailing lists.
• Support the planning and execution of PR events and activations.
• Collaborate with marketing and social media teams to ensure cohesive messaging.
• Assist in managing the company's online press room and digital assets.
• Provide administrative support to the PR and Communications department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications, internship experience considered.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Familiarity with the South African media landscape.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a willingness to learn new PR software.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• A proactive and enthusiastic attitude towards learning and contributing.
• Interest in lifestyle brands and the Media & PR sector.
• Must be based in South Africa for remote work purposes.

Benefits

• Annual salary of R , commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work position, offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful PR campaigns for a dynamic lifestyle brand.
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship.
• Collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
• Access to modern communication tools and resources.
• Generous leave policy.
• Potential for bonuses based on team and company performance.