Remote Media Relations Manager - Strategic Brand Visibility

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office allowance

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Media Relations Manager to lead outreach across South Africa in a fully remote role. You will manage media relationships, craft compelling narratives, and drive brand visibility from anywhere within the country.

Key duties include developing strategic plans, securing coverage, pitching stories, drafting releases, monitoring sentiment, and handling crisis communications with rapid responses. A strong media network and 5–7 years of PR experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in media relations or PR with proven coverage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic media relations plans to enhance brand visibility.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key media contacts across national, regional, and trade publications.
• Pitch stories, secure media placements, and manage interview opportunities for spokespeople.
• Draft and disseminate press releases, media advisories, and other materials.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze trends, and report on impact and sentiment.
• Manage crisis communications with rapid response strategies.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic communications

Crisis management

Storytelling

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR/Comms

Tools

Cision

Meltwater

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Media Relations Manager to lead outreach across South Africa in a fully remote role. You will manage media relationships, craft compelling narratives, and drive brand visibility from anywhere within the country.

Key duties include developing strategic plans, securing coverage, pitching stories, drafting releases, monitoring sentiment, and handling crisis communications with rapid responses. A strong media network and 5–7 years of PR experience are essential.