Specialist - Media Relations
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About the Role
Qiddiya Investment Company seeks a proactive Media Relations Specialist to manage media relationships, coordinate press activities, and support key message dissemination.
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Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local and regional media representatives, journalists, and influencers
- Coordinate media interviews, press conferences, and events to communicate Qiddiya's initiatives
- Develop and distribute press releases, media kits, and other communication materials
- Monitor media coverage and prepare reports analyzing media sentiment and outreach effectiveness
- Respond promptly to media inquiries, providing accurate and timely information
- Collaborate with internal teams to align media strategies with overall communication objectives
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field
- 2 4 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain media relationships and secure positive coverage
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple media activities simultaneously
- Experience in monitoring media coverage and preparing analytical reports
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Role Overview
- Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a proactive and skilled Specialist Media Relations to join our communications team. You will manage relationships with media outlets, coordinate media activities, and support dissemination of Qiddiya's key messages.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local and regional media representatives, journalists, and influencers.
- Coordinate media interviews, press conferences, and events to effectively communicate Qiddiya's initiatives.
- Develop and distribute press releases, media kits, and other communication materials.
- Monitor media coverage and prepare reports analyzing media sentiment and outreach effectiveness.
- Respond promptly to media inquiries, providing accurate and timely information.
- Collaborate with internal teams such as marketing, digital, and corporate communications.
- Support crisis communication efforts as needed.
- Stay updated on media trends and best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
- 2 4 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain media relationships and secure positive coverage.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple media activities simultaneously.
- Experience in monitoring media coverage and preparing analytical reports.
- Ability to handle inquiries professionally under tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with the entertainment or leisure industry is advantageous.
Benefits
- Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
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