Senior Press Officer- 12 month maternity cover

Senior Press Officer- 12 month maternity cover

Working for an arts-based organisation you will be responsible for enhancing the reputation of a well-respected trust. The successful candidate will be responsible for proactive and reactive media relations for the trust, including visits to the grounds, exhibitions, publications, events and retail. Reporting to the Head of Media Relations, you will lead on specific projects within their annual programme.

The post-holder develops, delivers and evaluates media plans in support of their one year plan, charitable aims and business objectives, seeking out new opportunities to secure positive coverage of the wide-ranging activities through regional, national and international media and across the print, broadcast and online sectors.


In order to apply for this role you will have the following expertise;

- Educated to degree level (or equivalent), ideally in a relevant subject or with a communications qualification
- Significant experience in media relations, preferably within the arts or heritage sector, and of managing campaigns for high-profile exhibitions
- A strong network of contacts and a demonstrable track record of delivering substantial coverage across all media channels and sectors
- A consistently proactive approach, applying creativity and flair to each project, and the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Sensitivity to the uniqueness of the organisation and sound judgement about the appropriateness of initiatives and responses to the media
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills with extremely high standards of copywriting, and editing, with an unerring eye for detail
- An ability to handle difficult media issues with care and diplomacy to ensure the organisation is represented with credibility and authority
- A flexible and supportive approach to working in a team and with colleagues


Please get in touch ASAP, as the organisation are looking to hire ASAP. Please e-mail your CV to Hannah.whittington@harrishill.co.uk