Temporary Press Assistant
We're looking for a Press Assistant, to join us on a temporary basis to support our Press team for the Frieze Los Angeles fair.
We're looking for a Press Assistant, to join us on a temporary basis to support our Press team for the Frieze Los Angeles fair.
We're looking for a Press Assistant, to join us on a temporary basis to support our Press team for the Frieze Los Angeles fair.
Areas of responsibility
- Accurate calendars (editorial, press conferences, events etc.) and media lists
- Participate in brainstorming and planning sessions
- Conduct research to support PR planning
- Draft and distribute content such as briefing notes and press releases as required
- Support relations with stakeholders, media, vendors etc.
- Assist in tracking media coverage or PR metrics
- Assist in administration of media accreditation and invitations
Key Tasks
- Maintain archive of all press clippings
- Maintain archive of all press releases / info sheets
- Maintain archive of images
- Maintain up to date press lists
- Keep accurate data sheets
- First point of contact for press@frieze.com email flagging any important requests
- Check the daily clips reports – flagging any major / important / relevant coverage
- Oversee agendas
- Manage RSVPs for invitations
- Manage department subscriptions
- Proofing of all comms materials
- Maintain media tracker and Sugar status
- Cultivate a network of stakeholders in the wider industry
- Keep up to date on wider arts media coverage and developments
Knowledge and Skills
The ideal candidate will be extremely efficient and organised, possess exceptional communication skills and bring creativity and enthusiasm to the role. The ability to multi-task, work calmly under pressure and be a strong team player are also vital, as is a good knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and social media platforms.
Application: Please email your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience, and why you are interested in working for Frieze to: HR@frieze.com. Applicants will need to be available immediately and throughout February.
Frieze unites people in our love of the arts. We understand this can only be accomplished when we harness the entirety of our company and lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we are committed to practicing anti-discrimination including race, gender identity, sexual orientation, and disability, together with artists, writers, and cultural practitioners from all backgrounds. There is still much work to be done to address systemic inequality and discrimination within the arts and culture industry, and we are dedicated to making progress to both within our own organization and the art world at large.