Hiring now: PR & Communications Manager, Viking, full-time, Sydney-based
Ahoy there, job-seekers! Are you ready to set sail on an exceptional new career? Cruising legends Viking want you to hop aboard as their recent PR and Communications Manager! Steer the Viking brand to new horizons in this exciting new role! Anchors aweigh as we share all the deets.
Multi-award-winning Viking is looking for a PR superstar with 5+ years experience to work within their integrated marketing department. As the PR and comms captain, you'll be responsible for owning the creation, execution, and performance of an effective long and short-term multi-channel communication plan.
Not just any ol' plan. One that creates waves of brand awareness among consumer and trade audiences, exceeds sales targets, and grows market share. This is the perfect opportunity for an ambitious, passionate, and travel-savvy individual looking to step into a first-time manager role.
What you'll need to apply:
Highly articulate with an excellent command of English with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Extremely well-organised with strong project management skills
Ability to multitask and work to multiple deadlines and competing priorities
An innate sense of curiosity and a thirst for knowledge
An analytical yet creative thinker with demonstrated problem-solving skills
Takes ownership of projects from start to completion
Strong decision-making skills and unafraid to take initiative
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships and work well within a team
Competent at stakeholder management and able to effectively communicate with staff at different levels
Attention to detail and can ensure the accuracy of work
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to business needs




Ability to manage and deliver to tight budgets
Self-motivated with a desire to continually learn and grow
A demonstrated strong work ethic and can-do attitude
Experience in Microsoft Office
An understanding of the travel industry would also be beneficial
Your responsibilities will include:
Develop and own a proactive press release schedule promoting global and local news to trade and consumer media
Draft and distribute all trade and consumer press releases to relevant media
Proactive pitching of on-brand story ideas to key top-tier media
Respond in a timely manner to all ad-hoc media enquiries and requests
Coordinate all interview opportunities including compilation of detailed briefing documents
Organise professional media training where required
Nurture media relationships through one-on-ones and regular networking
Develop and coordinate a strategic media famil program including identifying top-tier targets, negotiating multi-channel coverage, coordinating all travel arrangements, preparing briefing documents, and follow-through of coverage
Oversee the coordination of all media events, working with relevant team members to ensure events are delivered on time and KPIs are met
Work with Viking's Senior Copy and Content Manager on all video shoots. This includes content development, production schedules, ship liaison and travel, plus managing all aspects of onboard and on-shore filming
Identify,



engage and leverage on-brand influencers and their positive WOM across appropriate marketing channels
Work closely with the marketing team to implement the content strategy through earned channels
Develop relationships with relevant tourism boards and identify partnership opportunities including sharing of assets
Identify and negotiate sponsorship opportunities with relevant brand partners, act as the primary contact and ensure all marketing opportunities are fully exploited across owned and paid channels
Manage all competition winner communication from notification of prize to driving UGC
Develop and manage an internal communications strategy for the ANZ office
Acting as a brand custodian to ensure brand language and creative guidelines are always adhered to
Monitoring marketing and industry news and trends to enhance marketing activity
Weekly reporting and attribution analysis of all coverage
Budget management
Representing the Viking brand at industry events and expos
More about Viking
Viking is recognised as the world's leading river cruise line. Since the launch of its ocean fleet in ****, the company is now also a leader in small-ship ocean cruising.
From Europe and Africa to Asia, Oceania, and the Americas, Viking provides destination-focused itineraries designed for experienced travellers who have a keen interest in history, culture, and geography.
While Viking's head office is in Los Angeles and there are operational offices all over the world, you'll be joining one of their two sales and marketing offices (the other is in London).
The deets
Are you ready to be Viking's PR and Comms explorer and navigate new horizons before they close Monday 7 August!
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📌 Hiring Now: Pr & Communications Manager, Viking, Full-Time, Sydney-Based
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