Publicist

Industry: Government / Job Expires: 2023-07-31 13:46:52 / Location: Gauteng

Purpose

Representing the company in interviews and press conferences. Analysing the impact of our publicity strategy and adjusting where necessary. Conducting market research and reporting back on findings. 

Minimum requirements

• A 3 years’ degree/Diploma in Arts, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field. 
• 3 years’ performing arts experience will be a recommendation.
• Previous marketing and public relations experience. 
• Drivers’ license is essential. 
• Strong understanding of digital, social media and internet culture. 
• Copywriting and content creation skills.

Main duties

• Putting together a public relations and media plan for the company. 
• Initiating contact with the media, journalists, and blogs. 
• Conduct research about productions and write press statements/releases using gathered information. 
• Arrange media interviews for productions and creating talking points for interview requests. 
• Accompany interviewees to the media when invited. 
• Developing relationships with the producers of the shows, attend their rehearsals and interview them about their crafts in order prepare content for public relations and marketing. 
• Responsible for creating and managing publicity campaigns for the products and services. 
• Planning and implementing publicity campaigns. 
• Working with the content team to create on-trend social media and blog posts. 
• Putting together informative press kits. 
• Maintaining good relationships with media organizations and the public. 
• Organizing promotional events.

 Duration

• 3 months fixed term contract. 

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us in 4 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

To apply please send your CV to intern2@heitha.co.za.