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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Director of Media Relations who will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive media strategy for the organization. This position requires strong communication skills, a deep understanding of the media landscape, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and other key media partners.
The Director of Media Relations will work closely with company leadership, the marketing team, and the external communications department to ensure a consistent and positive image of the company in the media. Responsibilities include preparing press releases, organizing press conferences, managing crisis communication, and monitoring media coverage.
The ideal candidate has proven experience in public relations or journalism, excellent presentation skills, and the ability to respond quickly to emerging situations. This role is critical for building public trust and strengthening the company’s brand.
Additional responsibilities include spokesperson training, media planning, media trend analysis, and collaboration with agencies. The candidate should be able to work under pressure, be flexible, and possess strategic thinking.
Responsibilities
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- Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media
- Prepare and distribute press releases
- Organize press conferences and media events
- Manage crisis communication
- Monitor and analyze media coverage
- Collaborate with PR agencies
- Train internal spokespeople
- Ensure consistent communication across channels
- Identify media opportunities
Requirements
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- Minimum 5 years of experience in PR or media relations
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Experience in crisis communication
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of media market and trends
- Strategic and analytical thinking
- Team leadership experience is a plus
- Familiarity with media tools and databases
- Fluent in Czech and English
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in developing media strategies?
- How would you handle negative media coverage?
- What tools do you use for media monitoring?
- What is your experience with organizing press conferences?
- How would you describe an ideal relationship with a journalist?
- What are your biggest PR achievements?
- How do you handle working under pressure?
- What media trends do you consider most important?
- What is your experience with crisis communication?
- How would you train internal spokespeople?
