Media Relations Manager

Media Relations Manager

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Role Overview

As the Media Relations Manager, you’ll be the primary interface between NewsReach clients and media outlets. Your mission is to secure and amplify client media coverage, build strong relationships with journalists, and strengthen NewsReach’s media footprint both regionally and nationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Media Planning & Outreach
• Develop and execute media outreach strategies tailored to client objectives.
• Craft targeted media lists, press calendars, and pitched angles.
• Relationships & Coverage
• Proactively pitch stories, secure interviews, media placements, and feature coverage.
• Manage and nurture relationships with reporters, editors, and media houses across print, digital, TV, radio, and online.
• Content Development
• Write and edit press releases, media advisories, Q&As, and media statements.
• Customize pitches and angles for diverse media outlets and target audiences.
• Media Monitoring & Reporting
• Track media coverage, manage clipping reports, analyze PR outcomes, and prepare monthly analytics reports.
• Crisis Communications
• Collaborate on crisis-response plans, press statements, and media management during sensitive or high-stakes events.
• Collaboration & Coordination
• Partner with Account Managers, Content Writers, and Campaign Leads to align on messaging and deliverables.
• Guide freelance or internal content teams as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 4–7 years of media relations, PR agency, or in-house corporate communications experience.
• Proven track record of securing media coverage in top publications and broadcast channels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Gujarati/Hindi is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deliverables under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency using media databases, tracking tools, and PR reporting platforms.

Desired Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• Familiarity with tech‑driven PR and digital media intelligence.
• Crisis communications experience.
• Strategic thinker with creative pitching ideas.

About NewsReach

NewsReach is a digital media platform dedicated to empowering local news publishers and content creators. By bridging the gap between journalism and mainstream media, we aim to amplify authentic stories from every corner of India.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹65,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person