Our client, a world-famous accessories brand, is looking for a talented PR Manager to join their team in Tokyo office. This is an ideal position for a person with potential to develop and assume a higher-ranking position in the future.
JOB TITLE
PR Manager
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Senior Manager of PR & Media, the PR Manager will:
*Plan and initiate editorial outreach opportunities for each new season/product launch
*Secure quality fashion editorial coverage with fashion magazines, fashion newspaper and business newspapers fashion section
*Manage regular press presentation
*Responsible for increasing brand awareness
*Manage day-to-day PR activities
*Develop excellent strategic partnership with NY Creative Service/PR, Merchandising, Executive, Field and Finance to ensure that plan is aligned and on-brand
*Collaborate with marketing counterparts to develop high effective, integrated editorial/marketing plan
JOB REQUIREMENTS
*Bachelors degree required with a concentration in marketing/publicity, preferred
*Strong oral and written communication skills in both Japanese and English.
*Minimum 5 years of PR experience, 3 years directly with prestige/luxury brands, retail, cosmetic or consumer goods.
*PR Experience for women's product is a must and men's experience is a plus.
*PR event experience is a must
*Must have contacts of editors-in-chiefs and editors of key publications, major stylists, celebrities and media to play a key liaison
*Must have creative and analytical skills
*Strategic thinking and in-depth knowledge of public relations resources
*Proven experience and ability to work with team organizations
*Ability to manage and cultivate solid relationships with key outside parties such as editors-in-chief of key publications
PERKS:
*The office is located at central Tokyo for easy commute.
*A culture that emphasizes high degree of creativity and individuality, this role offers the successful candidate exposure to a fun and dynamic environment.
*The salary indicated is a guideline only. The actual remuneration offered to the successful candidate will depend on experience.
If you think this exciting role is right for you, please call Gergana Marinova at 03 3560 1351 and send your Japanese/English resume at gergana.marinova@hays.co.jp