Remote Senior Media Relations Leader

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Senior Media Relations Manager to lead media strategies from a fully remote position, supporting initiatives across the East London region and nationally. You will cultivate key media relationships, craft persuasive messaging, and drive proactive coverage while managing crisis communications and protecting the brand.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 8+ years in media relations, with strong leadership and remote-working experience in a dynamic, results-driven

Formación

• Master's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, or related field.
• 8+ years in media relations with high-profile accounts.
• Deep understanding of SA media landscape and national relationships.
• Strong writing, editing, storytelling skills.
• Experience in crisis communications and reputation management.
• Leadership and remote-team management experience.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement proactive media relations strategies to meet objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, influencers across media types.
• Manage media inquiries, pitch stories, and secure coverage.
• Oversee crisis communication planning and act as primary media contact.
• Analyze media coverage, track campaign effectiveness, and provide strategic insights.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for consistent messaging and brand alignment.

Conocimientos

Media relations

Crisis communications

Writing & storytelling

Leadership

Educación

Master's degree in Communications/PR/Journalism

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 seeks a Senior Media Relations Manager to lead media strategies from a fully remote position, supporting initiatives across the East London region and nationally. You will cultivate key media relationships, craft persuasive messaging, and drive proactive coverage while managing crisis communications and protecting the brand.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 8+ years in media relations, with strong leadership and remote-working experience in a dynamic, results-driven