Grapevine Communications Graduate Opportunities 2017

Grapevine Communications is a boutique public relations agency based in Johannesburg, South Africa. We specialise in client and media relations.
We are a member of US-based PR Boutiques International (PRBI) and are the first agency to represent them on the African continent.

Grapevine is also a partner agency of LEWIS PR, for campaigns within EMEA countries (Europe, Middle East and Africa). LEWIS PR is a global communications agency.

Grapevine is a member of the Consultants Chapter of the Public Relations Institute of South Africa (Prisa).

Our client base covers a broad spectrum of industries from fast-moving consumer goods, media, property, IT, sponsorship to business profiling and entrepreneur stories.

Job description
Opportunity for graduate to learn about the PR/media industry. Position is ideal for an up-starter with a projected career path in communications, journalism, advertising, marketing, or PR management

Requirements

• Very good interpersonal skills
• Strong time management
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter, a highly motivated person

account executive will have the following opportunities:

• Become familiar with the daily operations of a communications agency
• Learn about PR strategy, content creation and management
• Be part of the social media and email communications

Drop us line if you meet the following requirements:

• English proficiency and good verbal and written communication skills
• Extreme attention to detail
• Fluency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Strong interest and understanding of media industries
• The ability to work independently, with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
• The aptitude to work collaboratively as a member of a strong team

How to apply
Our offices are at Dainfern, Mulberry Hill Office Park (next door to Dainfern Square Shopping Centre).
Applications close Monday, 15 May 2017. Position available immediately.
Hopefuls should send their [email protected]