Senior Media Relations Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible remote work options

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative and innovative culture

Retirement savings plan

Generous annual leave

Opportunity to work with leading tech

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Media Relations Specialist to lead external communications. The role offers remote work with the option to work from the Nelspruit, Mpumalanga office, focusing on shaping positive public perception in the tech sector.

You will craft compelling stories, manage inquiries, and develop crisis communication plans while collaborating with marketing and product teams to ensure cohesive messaging across channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in media relations, PR, or journalism with a tech focus.
• Proven track record of securing significant media placements in top-tier outlets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong storytelling abilities.
• Established relationships with technology media and influencers.
• Experience with crisis communications is valued.
• Demonstrated ability to work remotely or in hybrid environments.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute strategic media relations plans to enhance the company’s brand and reputation.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and tech influencers.
• Craft press releases, media advisories, fact sheets, and media materials.
• Pitch stories and secure positive media coverage across outlets.
• Manage media inquiries and coordinate interviews with spokespeople.
• Monitor media coverage and provide insights for improvement.
• Support crisis communication planning and execution.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align messaging.
• Identify emerging media trends and opportunities for the company.
• Advise internal stakeholders on media engagement strategies.

Connaissances

Media relations

Storytelling

Crisis communications

Media monitoring

Journalist relations

Remote work adaptability

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Communications/PR degree

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading technology firm, is seeking a Senior Media Relations Specialist to join their growing team, with the flexibility to work remotely or from their **Nelspruit, Mpumalanga** office. This critical role involves managing the company's external communications, building strong relationships with media outlets, and shaping positive public perception. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional storytelling skills, a deep understanding of the tech industry, and a proven ability to secure high-impact media coverage. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategic communicator to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic media relations plans to enhance the company's brand and reputation.


• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers in the technology sector.


• Craft compelling press releases, media advisories, fact sheets, and other media materials.


• Proactively pitch stories and secure positive media coverage in relevant outlets.


• Manage media inquiries, provide background information, and facilitate interviews with company spokespeople.


• Monitor media coverage and analyze results, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.


• Support the development and implementation of crisis communication plans.


• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align messaging and communication efforts.


• Identify emerging media trends and opportunities to leverage for the company's benefit.


• Advise internal stakeholders on media engagement strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.


• Minimum of 6 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or journalism, with a focus on the technology sector.


• Proven track record of securing significant media placements in top-tier publications.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong storytelling abilities.


• Established relationships with technology media and influencers.


• Strong understanding of media trends and the media landscape.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.


• Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools.


• Experience with crisis communications is highly valued.


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote or hybrid setting.


• Experience with companies in **Nelspruit, Mpumalanga** or the surrounding region is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Flexible remote work options.


• Comprehensive health insurance.


• Opportunities for professional growth and development.


• Collaborative and innovative work culture.


• Retirement savings plan.


• Generous annual leave.


• Chance to work with a leading technology company.