Senior Publicist: Lead Entertainment PR in George

Placements24; George; Sur place; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Annual leave

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Publicist to lead public relations in George, Western Cape. You will craft narratives, manage high-profile media campaigns, and build relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers to elevate the brand.

The role requires 6+ years of PR experience in entertainment or lifestyle brands, exceptional writing and crisis management skills, and the ability to work flexible hours for events in the George region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in public relations, focused on entertainment, lifestyle, or consumer brands.
• Proven ability to secure high-impact media coverage in top-tier publications and digital platforms.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Strong network of media contacts within South Africa.
• Experience in crisis management and reputation protection.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends for events.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute innovative public relations strategies aligned with brand objectives.
• Manage day-to-day media relations: pitching stories, handling inquiries, coordinating interviews.
• Create press materials such as press kits, bios, fact sheets, and talking points.
• Identify media opportunities and secure prominent coverage across channels.
• Collaborate with talent, management, and production teams for cohesive messaging.
• Organize and manage media events, launches, and press junkets.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to inform PR strategies.
• Serve as a brand spokesperson when required and manage crisis communications.
• Maintain and expand a robust media contact database.

Connaissances

Public relations

Media relations

Storytelling

Communications strategy

Crisis management

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or related field

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Publicist to lead public relations in George, Western Cape. You will craft narratives, manage high-profile media campaigns, and build relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers to elevate the brand.

The role requires 6+ years of PR experience in entertainment or lifestyle brands, exceptional writing and crisis management skills, and the ability to work flexible hours for events in the George region.