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Job Location drjobs

Johannesburg - South Africa

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Position Title: Director of Global Visibility & Media Relations
Location: Remote
Start Date: Immediate or flexible for the right candidate


The Mission

We re seeking a strategic well-connected and highly driven visibility expert to lead and execute an expansive public presence strategy for a seasoned entrepreneur operator and investor.

This is a founder with a rare track record having built and exited multiple companies including successful sales to industry giants. Recognized twice as a finalist for a global Entrepreneur of the Year award he is a trusted voice in business leadership enterprise growth and value creation. Now it s time to scale that presence globally and you will be the driving force behind it.

This is not a theoretical or purely strategic role. You ll be hands-on securing major media placements landing Tier 1 podcast features booking high-profile speaking engagements placing feature articles and managing the full brand narrative behind the scenes. This role combines the expertise of a publicist speaker agent brand strategist and media producer and rewards those who deliver results with speed sophistication and creativity.


Why This Role Is Set Up to Win

The foundation for success is already in place:

  • Multiple successful exits across diverse industries including sales to world-renowned companies.

  • Previous features in notable publications and appearances on respected business podcasts and media outlets.

  • Twice recognized as a finalist for a major Entrepreneur of the Year award adding credibility to every pitch.

  • Industry experience spanning manufacturing ecommerce luxury retail consumer goods software supply chain and automotive services creating multiple media angles to explore.

  • Global speaking experience with an articulate high-energy communication style that resonates across print stage and digital platforms.

You won t be building a brand from scratch you ll be amplifying an established credible founder s presence on the world stage.


Key Responsibilities

1. Narrative Development & Messaging Strategy
Craft compelling signature topics podcast talking points and press quotes to ensure a clear and consistent brand message across every appearance.

2. Media Outreach & Relationship Building
Pitch and secure impactful placements across business media print TV and Tier 1 podcasts. Develop and maintain relationships with producers editors hosts and journalists who shape the global entrepreneurial conversation.

3. Global Speaking Engagements & Booking Strategy
Identify and secure paid and high-impact speaking opportunities at international business events conferences and forums prioritizing reach and relevance.

4. TV Digital & Print Placement
Drive the process of researching pitching negotiating and coordinating major media features with outlets such as CNBC Bloomberg Fox Business Forbes Inc. Entrepreneur and other top-tier platforms.

5. Content Development & Appearance Preparation
Lead all preparation for appearances from research briefs and show notes to scripts decks prep calls coaching and post-appearance recaps.

6. Visibility Metrics Reporting & Optimization
Develop and maintain a visibility dashboard to track placements impressions audience growth and earned-media value leveraging insights to optimize strategy.

7. Reputation Management & Brand Protection
Establish a proactive playbook to safeguard the personal brand ensuring resilience and preparedness for any potential challenges.


Ideal Candidate Profile

This role demands a unique mix of PR expertise strategic thinking and executional drive. You should be persuasive resourceful and deeply connected relentlessly focused on generating measurable visible results.

Qualifications:

  • 7 years in senior-level PR publicity media booking or personal brand management ideally working with founders investors or executive leaders.

  • Proven track record of securing placements in Tier 1 podcasts and top media outlets.

  • Experience booking high-profile international speaking engagements.

  • Established network of producers editors podcast hosts speaker bureaus and event organizers.

  • Exceptional writing skills for press releases interview prep speaker decks and pitches.

  • High emotional intelligence strong presence and the confidence to thrive in fast-paced high-visibility environments.

  • Deep understanding of the media cycle and what makes a story land.


Work Structure & Support

  • Direct reporting line to the founder.

  • Supported by an executive assistant and external design content and operations partners.

  • Operates with full ownership of strategy and driving initiatives proactively and independently.


Compensation

  • $1500 $1800 USD per month based on experience

  • Performance-based bonuses tied to booked media visibility growth and key milestones

  • Potential for long-term incentive opportunities for the right candidate

Employment Type

Full Time

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