Public Relations Manager - Media Relations

Job Description : 

- Develop a media relations strategy, seeking high-level placements in print, broadcast, and online trade media

- Field media questions and pitching stories to the media, preparing media kits, and organizing press conferences.

- In addition to writing press releases, writing speeches for leaders, develop advertising and marketing communications material and preparing articles for corporate newsletters.

- Release information to counter negative publicity and handle crisis and emergency communications.

- Coordinating all public relations activities.

- Developing a marketing communications plan including strategy, goals, budget, and tactics.

Other/Special Requirements :

- Experience in a global technology or IT firm/PR agency is essential.

- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Have a full understanding of media needs and media relationships.

- 7- 8 years of industry experience in Public Relations from a global IT firm

- Masters Business degree in public Relations, Journalism, Communications or Marketing with a PR or Advertising concentration