Publicist - 60962167209
$27,600–$48,000 year
Remote · South Africa
Job Summary
Publicist role focused on securing high-quality media placements, thought leadership opportunities, and speaking engagements for senior leadership in a higher education-focused firm. Responsibilities include developing and executing PR strategies, identifying media opportunities (interviews, podcasts, speaking engagements), building journalist and publication relationships, securing guest articles and op-eds, crafting media pitches, monitoring industry news for timely commentary, coordinating with content/marketing to maximize campaign impact, tracking media coverage, and supporting executive visibility and personal branding. Requires 4+ years in PR/media relations, a proven track record of earned media placements, strong media contacts, excellent written/verbal communication, ability to craft compelling angles, and independent remote work experience.
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of public relations, media relations, or communications experience
- Demonstrated success securing earned media placements
- Strong network of media and publication relationships
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to develop compelling story angles and media pitches
- Strong project management and stakeholder management abilities
- Experience working independently in a remote environment
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