Freelance media database researcher
1 day per week (or 2 half days)
Ideally Tuesday or Wednesday
Location: Remote
Rate: £130–£160 per day depending on experience
Hours: 9 - 5
Application deadline: ASAP
Start date: Immediately
Level: Open to all but candidates MUST have a great understanding of UK publications and features
We are:
PR Dispatch – the UK’s first online PR membership platform.
We support eCommerce & product brands in pitching their products and stories to the press by giving them everything they need to succeed: step-by-step online learning, up-to-date press database and pitch templates.
Our 300+ members span fashion, homeware, gifting, food, kids, and beauty.
We exist to get them on the radar of the press – and help them achieve consistent, credible press coverage.
You are:
You love media – print, online and podcasts – and stay up to date with the UK media landscape. Have a good understanding of different types of feature.
You’ve got exceptional attention to detail – no incorrect name or link gets past you.
You’ll dig deep to find the right info, and aren’t afraid to pick up the phone to get it.
Key responsibilities:
Research and compile relevant UK media updates by phone and email
Contact journalists for Christmas Gift Guide and press request information
Maintain and update our press database using Airtable
Check and log coverage and social media links in our database
Ad hoc tasks related to the database
Your skills and experience:
First and foremost, you must have a good understanding of UK publications
Bonus if you’re familiar with different types of media features, such as:
Product placement (e.g. “Top 10 gifts for under £50”)
Profile pieces and founder stories
Seasonal round-ups (e.g. Christmas gift guides, Back to School edits)
Round up shopping and “must-have” lists
A problem solver when you can’t find information
Organised and efficient
Insane attention to detail
Friendly, we’re a fun team
Apply
If you have a good understanding of UK publications, to apply please email:
your experience
Availability
CV
And your 3 favourite media outlets + why