Senior Media Relations Architect - Hybrid Role

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Hybride; ZAR 600 000 - 960 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Annual leave

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Senior Media Relations Specialist to lead media strategy and cultivate strong journalist and stakeholder relationships. The role focuses on crafting press materials, securing coverage, and guiding crisis communications within a dynamic, expanding media company.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in media relations, excellent storytelling, and deep knowledge of media monitoring platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications, preferably within the media industry.
• Demonstrated success in securing media placements and managing media crises.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for storytelling.
• Strong understanding of media relations principles and practices.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools and social media platforms.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement strategic media relations plans to achieve corporate communications objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, proactive relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets.
• Craft compelling press releases, media advisories, speeches, and other communication materials.
• Secure positive media coverage and manage crisis communications effectively.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze results, and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Organize press conferences, media briefings, and other media events.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
• Identify emerging media trends and opportunities for brand enhancement.

Description du poste

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Senior Media Relations Specialist to lead media strategy and cultivate strong journalist and stakeholder relationships. The role focuses on crafting press materials, securing coverage, and guiding crisis communications within a dynamic, expanding media company.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in media relations, excellent storytelling, and deep knowledge of media monitoring platforms.