Senior Media Relations Lead - Hybrid (Port Elizabeth)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Diverse client portfolio

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Media Relations Specialist in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will lead media relations, craft compelling narratives, and manage crisis communications to protect and enhance client brands.

The role requires at least 5 years in media relations, strong writing and relationships with journalists, and the ability to drive integrated PR campaigns across local, national, and international outlets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of media relations or PR experience.
• Proven track record securing media placements and events.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong media landscape understanding and trends.
• Proficiency with media monitoring/analysis tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement media relations strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with key media contacts and stakeholders.
• Draft press releases, advisories, pitches and PR materials.
• Identify media opportunities and secure coverage locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Monitor media landscape for trends and potential risks.
• Coordinate spokespeople for interviews and manage inquiries.
• Contribute to crisis communication planning.
• Track and report media coverage and campaign effectiveness.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Media Relations Specialist in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will lead media relations, craft compelling narratives, and manage crisis communications to protect and enhance client brands.

The role requires at least 5 years in media relations, strong writing and relationships with journalists, and the ability to drive integrated PR campaigns across local, national, and international outlets.