Remote PR Coordinator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional development

Mentorship

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote PR Coordinator to support our public relations efforts from anywhere. You will assist in developing press materials, coordinating media outreach, monitoring coverage, and maintaining PR databases.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with excellent communication skills, able to work autonomously in a virtual team, and eager to contribute to brand visibility and reputation management across channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR, communications, marketing, or related.
• 0-2 years experience in PR, communications, or related internship.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and distribution of press releases, media alerts, and other PR materials.
• Support the planning and execution of media outreach campaigns.
• Monitor media coverage across various platforms and compile reports.
• Maintain and update media contact databases and PR calendars.
• Provide logistical support for virtual press events and interviews.
• Conduct research on media trends and potential story opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Remote work

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or related

Tools

PR tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote PR Coordinator to support their public relations efforts. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute from anywhere while playing a key role in managing communications and media interactions. You will assist in developing press materials, coordinating media outreach, monitoring coverage, and maintaining PR databases. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses excellent communication skills, and thrives in a virtual team environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain valuable experience in the PR field and make a tangible contribution to brand visibility and reputation management, working autonomously and effectively from your chosen location, contributing to the company's success regardless of geographical boundaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and distribution of press releases, media alerts, and other PR materials.
• Support the planning and execution of media outreach campaigns.
• Monitor media coverage across various platforms and compile reports.
• Maintain and update media contact databases and PR calendars.
• Provide logistical support for virtual press events and interviews.
• Conduct research on media trends and potential story opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• 0-2 years of experience in public relations, communications, or a relevant internship.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency with standard office software and familiarity with PR tools is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package for a remote role.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship within the PR field.
• Engaging and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Chance to contribute to impactful PR initiatives and gain broad industry exposure.