Job Title: Press & Publicity OfficerIndustry: Media OrganisationLocation: Dublin / HybridPosition Available: 8-month contractPress & Publicity Officer – Media OrganisationOur client, a leading media organisation, is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for a Press & Publicity Officer role.Key ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Communications Manager, the successful candidate will:Position, promote, and publicise the organisation's brand, programmes, content, and services in line with communications objectives, collaborating closely with marketing, creative, and social teams.Develop and deliver communications activities for priority programmes including press releases, social media campaigns, press conferences, launch events, photo calls, interviews, EPKs, shot lists, production notes, and Q&As.Provide weekly input of information and images into the organisation's press web, outlining the full range of programming including billings, highlights, and promotional materials.Identify and implement strategies to effectively reach target audiences across a variety of genres such as factual, entertainment, drama, arts, youth, and sport.Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts.Liaise with senior management, production teams, on-screen talent, marketing, legal, commercial, and scheduling departments to ensure smooth information flow internally and externally.Respond to and manage media queries on content quickly, accurately, and comprehensively.RequirementsExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Dynamic and adaptable, with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload while handling urgent media queries.Strong organisational skills with proven ability to prioritise and manage time and resources.Diplomatic and discreet in handling sensitive material and relationships.Solid understanding of the organisation's services, content, and audiences, with the ability to position stories for optimal media coverage.Awareness of the dual nature of a national broadcaster: balancing public service responsibilities with commercial objectives.Strong editorial judgement with the ability to identify and shape stories for the media.Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.