Media Public Relations Manager

Job Summary:

PR and Media Relations Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective PR and media strategies aligned with the brand’s vision and business goals.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and influencers across print, digital, and broadcast platforms.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media kits, and other PR materials.
• Manage media coverage, track mentions, and provide media analysis reports.
• Coordinate and manage press conferences, media events, and interviews.
• Handle crisis communication and provide timely, strategic responses to media inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, editorial, digital) to align PR strategies.
• Monitor trends in the media landscape and advise on opportunities or risks.
• Maintain a media contact database and PR calendar.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• 7–8+ years of relevant experience in PR/media relations, preferably in a media house or related industry.
• Strong network of media and journalist contacts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with PR tools, media monitoring, and analytics platforms.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capabilities.

Preferred Skills:

Crisis Communication | Press Relations | Media Strategy | Stakeholder Management | Event Coordination | Content Creation