Remote Global Media Relations Lead

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Media Relations Manager to lead our global media outreach. This remote-first role focuses on developing strategies, pitching compelling stories, and safeguarding the company’s reputation across multiple markets.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years in media relations, exceptional writing and pitching skills, and the ability to thrive in a distributed team environment. Remote work offers flexibility and global impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in media relations.
• Experience in remote/distributed teams.
• Proven success in securing positive media coverage across various platforms.
• Excellent writing and pitching skills.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape and trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive media relations strategy to achieve strategic objectives.
• Proactively identify and pitch compelling stories and thought leadership opportunities to target media.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key media contacts and influencers.
• Prepare spokespersons for media interviews and provide guidance on messaging.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze results, and report on the effectiveness of PR initiatives.
• Manage crisis communications, providing timely and accurate information to the press.

Skills

Media relations

Story pitching

Written communication

Verbal communication

Relationship building

Remote work independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Journalism

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Media Relations Manager to lead our global media outreach. This remote-first role focuses on developing strategies, pitching compelling stories, and safeguarding the company’s reputation across multiple markets.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years in media relations, exceptional writing and pitching skills, and the ability to thrive in a distributed team environment. Remote work offers flexibility and global impact.