Remote Public Relations Specialist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Public Relations Specialist to join a fully distributed team. You will craft compelling narratives, engage with media outlets, and manage global brand reputation from a home office.

Responsibilities include developing PR strategies, writing press materials, building media relationships, monitoring coverage, and supporting crisis communications while collaborating with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in public relations or media relations.
• Proven ability to secure positive media coverage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated success in managing PR campaigns remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR strategies to support company objectives, working remotely.
• Write and distribute press releases, media pitches, and other communication materials.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and industry influencers across diverse platforms.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, providing timely analysis and recommendations.
• Support crisis communication efforts as needed, responding to inquiries and managing messaging remotely.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging across all external communications.

Skills

Media relations

Press releases

Storytelling

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

PR software

Social media platforms

Collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Public Relations Specialist to join their fully distributed team. This role is vital for executing strategic communication initiatives and managing media relations on a national and international scale, all from the comfort of your home office. You will be responsible for crafting compelling narratives, engaging with media outlets, and enhancing our client's brand reputation globally. This is an ideal opportunity for a dedicated PR professional who thrives in an independent, remote work environment and is passionate about storytelling and building strong media connections from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR strategies to support company objectives, working remotely.
• Write and distribute press releases, media pitches, and other communication materials.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and industry influencers across diverse platforms.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, providing timely analysis and recommendations.
• Support crisis communication efforts as needed, responding to inquiries and managing messaging remotely.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging across all external communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in public relations or media relations.
• Proven ability to secure positive media coverage and build strong media relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated success in managing PR campaigns independently in a remote setting.
• Proficiency with PR software, social media platforms, and online collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and remote work expectations.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Flexible work hours and the ability to work from any location.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement in PR and communications.
• A supportive, remote-first company culture that values collaboration and innovation.