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full-time senior communications executive
We have an immediate opening for a full-time senior communications executive to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about PR, driven, and thinks outside the box when it comes to achieving and surpassing client expectations. An ideal candidate would not only have impeccable client and media relations skills but also fit our agency’s fun-loving and goal-orientated culture.
In addition, we are also looking for someone who
- Demonstrates a passion for PR and making a difference to the Agency and shows initiative & dedication to Clients’ PR & marketing communications objectives
- Has a finger on the pulse at all times – Track industry trends/news related to Clients’ industries on a daily basis and share with Client with recommendations as well as look for opportunities to get the Client to comment
- Prior experience in managing social media accounts for clients
- Has at least three years of PR agency or in-house communications experience
Duties include:
- Writing – press releases/feature stories/opinion pieces/interview pitches/profiles/other editorial
- Media pitching – Prepare creative and targeted media pitches/briefs and be able to identify different angles which would be of interest to different target publications
- Media relations – research & identify opportunities to generate client coverage (identify monthly features and pitch client bi-lined articles, etc…).
- Arranging & attending client interviews and following agency process – pre, during, and post-client interviews
- Trade Show & event support – look after logistics, collateral preparation, media activity
- Reporting – Compile regular client activity reports and cross-check with Account Manager before sending them to the client
- Research – relevant industry events and recommend to the client for participation accordingly (Account Manager needs to be involved in the client recommendation phase)
- Finances – Ensure that all financial aspects of your clients’ work are monitored and managed, and reported weekly on a timely basis
- Client relations – acting as the forward-facing team member in front of clients and being the point person in team calls and meetings
- Social media – client strategy and community management
- New Business – Supporting new business activities such as researching potential clients, research, proposal development, and pitching
- Mentoring junior team members
Communications Executive - Public Relations
An Integrated Marketing and Communications Agency, Active (Digital. Marketing. Communications), Active DMC, is located in Dubai Media City, Dubai, UAE. Active DMC offers businesses in-depth regional marketing expertise with over 25 years of experience in the Middle East and North Africa region. The agency was founded in 2003 with a vision to revolutionize the marketing industry and provide innovative campaigns for clients of all sizes. Active DMC extends its services internationally through its partner network and affiliates, focusing on achieving excellence through creativity and diverse communication services.
Role Description:
This is a full-time on-site role for a Communications Executive – Public Relations at Active DMC in Dubai. You will drive day-to-day activities as per Client campaign plans and objectives, whilst working closely alongside your team lead. You and your fellow team members will be the engine of the client campaign, driving activities with determination and enthusiasm to deliver results to high standards. At Active DMC we are all about proactivity, consulting Clients on how best to achieve their communication objectives – these calls for genuine interest, current industry knowledge and linking of news to what we are doing for them every day.
Qualifications:
- Has a genuine interest in what’s happening in the region and internationally, keen to stay on top of economic, business, and consumer trends & developments.
- Minimum 1-2 years of PR agency or in-house communications experience (Tech background)
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