Media Relations Officer

Location: UAE

At DHOW Marcom Agency, we guide our clients on a rewarding journey to achieve success. Operating in 21 countries, we’re recognized for delivering strategic communication and marketing solutions. Our agency thrives on creativity, collaboration, and a passion for impactful campaigns. We’re currently seeking a skilled and proactive Media Relations Officer to join our UAE team and help strengthen our clients’ media presence across the region.

Job Description:
As a Media Relations Officer at DHOW Marcom Agency, you will be responsible for developing and executing effective media strategies to promote our clients’ brands, ensuring consistent, positive, and high-impact coverage across key media outlets. You will cultivate relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers, acting as the primary media liaison for our clients’ campaigns.

Responsibilities:
– Build and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and international media representatives.
– Develop and implement media outreach plans, press release distribution strategies, and media event coordination.
– Draft, edit, and distribute press materials, including press releases, media advisories, pitches, and Q&A documents.
– Monitor media coverage, analyze results, and compile comprehensive reports for clients.
– Advise clients on media opportunities, potential risks, and strategies for enhancing their public image.
– Support the preparation and coaching of clients for interviews, press conferences, and public appearances.
– Stay updated on media trends, editorial calendars, and relevant industry developments in the UAE and wider GCC.

Requirements:
– Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
– 2+ years of experience in media relations, PR, or corporate communications, preferably within an agency or media organization.
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage.
– Strong understanding of the UAE media landscape, including key publications, journalists, and digital platforms.
– Proven ability to build and maintain media contacts and secure high-quality coverage.
– Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
– Confident, persuasive, and able to represent clients professionally in all interactions.

Benefits:
– Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
– Opportunity to work with leading regional and international brands.
– Dynamic, supportive team environment with creative autonomy.
– Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression.

How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to ahoy@dhow-me.com or people.management@dhow-me.com. In your cover letter, tell us why you’re the perfect fit for the Media Relations Officer role at DHOW Marcom Agency, highlighting your media relations experience and passion for delivering impactful communication strategies.

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