Discovery - Manager - Corporate Communications

The position will be responsible for:

- Develop a listings strategy to ensure Discovery Networks have appropriate representation in cable and satellite listings outlets, especially on Electronic Programme Guides.

- Develop an editorial coverage strategy to maximize the positive coverage of Discovery Networks- programmes and channels in all media, anticipating and taking advantage of changes in the media landscape.

- Ensure PR activity is closely aligned with and complementary to on and off air marketing activity and corporate strategic initiatives.

- Develop and maintain relationships with key members of appropriate media outlets in line with the PR strategy. Represent DCIN at appropriate functions.

- Appoint and monitor freelance PR consultants as and when required. Develop an effective means of monitoring and evaluating press coverage. Report monthly on its findings.

- Manage the Internal Communication piece.

Requirements:

- Minimum level of professional experience required to do the job

Minimum 8 years of Corporate Communications & media relations experience.

- Education - minimum level required, to do the job. Specifically where this is an entry level role. At higher level roles, education should be a given & experience takes precedence. Graduate, preferably Post Graduate

- Job specific technical competencies & skills essential to the role

- Excellent writing skills

- Intellectually strong & Creative

- Strong interpersonal skills

- Persuasive

- Thrives under pressure and flexible in approach

- PR Agency experience

- Programme publicity experience or similar

- Management experience

- Good existing relationships with media correspondents