Senior Media Relations Lead — Fully Remote PR

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Prestigious client roster

Professional development support

Collaborative remote team

High-profile campaigns

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Media Relations Manager to lead remote media campaigns for a portfolio of clients. You will craft strategic media plans, build strong relationships with journalists and influencers, and secure high-impact coverage across national and international outlets.

The role emphasizes crisis communications, thoughtful storytelling, and coordinating press materials, while operating fully remotely with minimal supervision. A strong track record in media wins is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years in media relations or PR with strategy and execution focus.
• Proven track record of top-tier media coverage for diverse clients.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication with strong pitch/storytelling skills.
• In-depth knowledge of national and international media landscape.
• Proven crisis communications management experience.
• Proficiency with media monitoring and analysis tools (Cision/Meltwater).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive media relations strategies for a portfolio of clients.
• Cultivate relationships with journalists, editors, producers and influencers across media sectors.
• Identify and pitch compelling story ideas and secure high-impact placements.
• Oversee creation and distribution of press releases and media kits.
• Manage media inquiries and coordinate interviews for client spokespersons.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans and serve as point of contact.
• Monitor coverage, analyze results and provide strategic optimization recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate PR with marketing.
• Stay abreast of evolving media trends, technologies and best practices.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Storytelling

Pitching

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations/Communications/Journalism

Master’s degree (plus)

Tools

Cision

Meltwater

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Media Relations Manager to lead remote media campaigns for a portfolio of clients. You will craft strategic media plans, build strong relationships with journalists and influencers, and secure high-impact coverage across national and international outlets.

The role emphasizes crisis communications, thoughtful storytelling, and coordinating press materials, while operating fully remotely with minimal supervision. A strong track record in media wins is essential.