Remote Global Media Relations Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Media Relations Manager to lead global media outreach from a fully remote setup. The role focuses on crafting and executing strategies to boost brand awareness for an international client base.

You will develop narratives, pitch stories, and manage media engagement across time zones. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in media relations, strong writing skills, and a proven track record with international media.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of media relations experience, preferably in an agency with international exposure.
• Proven success in global media outreach campaigns.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive network of international media contacts across diverse media landscapes.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global media relations strategies for client needs and target markets.
• Pitch stories, press releases, and media materials to journalists and influencers worldwide.
• Build and maintain strong media relationships across international markets.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze campaigns, and report insights with actionable recommendations.
• Manage media inquiries and crisis communications with strategic precision.
• Collaborate with internal PR, marketing, and accounts teams for integrated campaigns.
• Identify media opportunities and trends; advise clients and teams accordingly.
• Manage media budgets and resource allocations for maximum impact.
• Conduct media training for client spokespersons as needed.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of media contacts and coverage.

Skills

Media outreach

Strategic comms

Crisis management

Remote teamwork

Negotiation

Journalist relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR/ Communications/ Journalism/ Marketing

Tools

Cision

Meltwater

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Media Relations Manager to lead global media outreach from a fully remote setup. The role focuses on crafting and executing strategies to boost brand awareness for an international client base.

You will develop narratives, pitch stories, and manage media engagement across time zones. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in media relations, strong writing skills, and a proven track record with international media.