Remote Senior Media Relations Architect

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Highly competitive salary with bonuses

Global health benefits

Flexible remote work arrangement

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative virtual team environment

Home office and internet expense allot

Generous leave and paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Media Relations Strategist to lead strategic media campaigns for a fully remote team in South Africa. You will craft compelling narratives, secure high-impact placements, and guide spokespersons, leveraging a robust media network across national and international platforms.

The role requires 6–8 years in media relations, exceptional storytelling, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of progressive experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and executing strategic media relations campaigns, securing significant media coverage.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a talent for storytelling and persuasion.
• Strong understanding of the national and international media landscape, including digital and social media channels.
• Demonstrated experience in crisis communication and reputation management.
• Proficiency in media monitoring, analytics, and PR software.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects concurrently, and meet demanding deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills.
• Must have a dedicated home office space and reliable high-speed internet access.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement innovative media relations strategies to achieve corporate communication objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, productive relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and influencers.
• Proactively identify and secure high-impact media opportunities, including securing placements in top-tier publications and online platforms.
• Craft compelling press releases, media pitches, talking points, and other essential communication materials.
• Manage media inquiries, coordinate interviews, and provide strategic guidance to spokespersons.
• Oversee media monitoring and analysis, providing insights and reports on coverage and sentiment.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans, ensuring timely and effective responses.
• Collaborate closely with remote marketing, communications, and executive teams to ensure message alignment.
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging media technologies, and best practices in media relations.
• Contribute to the overall communications strategy, ensuring media efforts are integrated and impactful.

Kenntnisse

Media relations

Strategic planning

Crisis management

Storytelling

Networking

Remote collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations/Communications/Journalism

Master's degree

Tools

PR software

Media monitoring

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Media Relations Strategist to lead strategic media campaigns for a fully remote team in South Africa. You will craft compelling narratives, secure high-impact placements, and guide spokespersons, leveraging a robust media network across national and international platforms.

The role requires 6–8 years in media relations, exceptional storytelling, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.