501 Media Relations jobs in India

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and media houses.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media kits, and communication materials.
• Coordinate media interactions, interviews, and press conferences.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare reports on PR outcomes.
• Support brand-building initiatives through media visibility.
• Collaborate with internal teams for effective external communication.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Graduate / Postgraduate in Mass Communication, PR, Journalism, or related field.
• 2 - 5 years of experience in Media Relations / PR (preferably with agencies or corporates).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong media network in Mumbai.
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple stakeholders.

Compensation: As per industry standards.

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As a valuable member of our Media Relations Team, your primary focus will be to retain and develop the presence of Newswire clients' press releases in the media. The team you will be part of improve and expand our distribution network across Europe, Middle East, Africa and India to maximize the reach of our customer's press releases. We have our presence in 24 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA and APAC. For more information about Cision's award-winning solutions, including its next-gen Cision Communications Cloud.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Cultivate and manage ongoing relationships with journalists, editors, bloggers, and influencers to expand partnership opportunities
• Maintain and increase the presence of our news feeds on target publications and websites
• Respond to sales queries in a timely and accurate manner
• Participate in departmental tasks and projects, ensuring successful completion of your task
• Ensure the quality standards of service are achieved

Essential Skills And Experience

• Experience in Media Research/ PR
• Strong interest and knowledge of the India media landscape and knowledge of practices and requirements
• Fluency in English and Hindi.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
• Computer literate (MS Office)
• Ability to prioritize
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to self-manage
• Teamwork

Key Internal Relationships

• Work closely with our sales, content development, product and global media relations teams.

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Our dynamic team seeks a Media Relations Specialist with at least 7 years of experience in media relations or PR, with a significant network among Category A journalists and media outlets. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in securing high-profile media placements, including quotes, profiling, and authored articles, especially within the Startup Industry, BFSI, and legal sectors. This role demands someone with exceptional communication skills, a strategic mindset, and a proven track record of elevating brand presence in print and digital media.

Essential Responsibilities:

Design and execute innovative media relations strategies that significantly increase brand visibility and media presence.

Utilize existing relationships with top-tier journalists and influencers to secure impactful media coverage consistently.

Generate substantial media opportunities on a monthly basis, setting and exceeding high-performance benchmarks.

Strategically navigate the media landscape, securing opportunities that align with our brand's mission and goals, particularly in the Startup, BFSI, and legal sectors.

Evaluate the effectiveness of media strategies, adjusting approaches based on analytics and industry trends to maximize results.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 7 years of experience in media relations or public relations, with a strong emphasis on media placements within targeted industries.

Extensive network of contacts among Category A journalists and media outlets, with a portfolio of high-profile placements.

Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively, with a track record of developing and implementing successful media relations campaigns.

Superior writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling stories and presentations.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.

Position: Manager – Media Relations

Experience: 4 to 8 years (exceptional profiles with more experience welcome)

Location: Bangalore / Delhi

Openings: 4 (In- Office)

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We're looking for professionals who get the media — not just pitching a release, but mapping narratives, building newsroom trust, and getting stories placed in the right formats, platforms, and moments.

At CPR, we work with some of India's most exciting brands in corporate, technology (across fintech, agritech, deeptech, SaaS and much more), healthcare, and retail. This role needs someone who understands how to shape these narratives and place them where it matters — from the front page to a founder podcast.

Must-Haves:

• 4–8 years of experience in media relations across corporate & tech PR (beyond 8Y? We're listening)

• ⁠Deep connects with top-tier media: business, general news, tech, health & lifestyle

• ⁠xperience across all media formats – print, digital, television, podcasts, LinkedIn, YouTube

• ⁠S l in planning and executing robust media visibility programs

• ility to build executive profiles and develop strong thought leadership pipelines

• peccable writing, pitching, and communication skills

• mfortable leading conversations, press meets, exclusives, crisis responses

Your Role Will Include:

• Owning national media strategy across categories and client types

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• ading a team for press releases, op-eds, thought leadership columns, media roundtables

• nning daily news briefs, managing media databases, and staying ahead of the news cycle

• ntoring younger colleagues and collaborating with internal strategy and content teams

What You Get:

A portfolio of high-impact brands, an entrepreneurial team that loves to push boundaries, and the freedom to create stories that lead the conversation.

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• Develop and implement comprehensive media relations strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Write and disseminate press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key media contacts (print, broadcast, online).
• Secure positive media coverage and manage reactive media inquiries and crisis communications.
• Pitch stories and identify opportunities for media interviews and features.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze its impact on brand perception and strategic objectives.
• Organize press conferences, media briefings, and other PR events.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging across all communications.
• Manage the company's social media presence and online reputation.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging media platforms.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or communications, preferably within a corporate or agency setting.
• Proven success in developing and executing effective media outreach campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting compelling narratives.
• Strong understanding of media outlets, journalist workflows, and effective pitching techniques.
• Experience in crisis communication and reputation management.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools and social media platforms.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.