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Job description

Senior press and communications officer (arts centre)

The post-holder will work with the Head of Communications to design and implement press strategies and will be responsible for achieving media coverage for the artistic programme and the venue as a whole.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

one year’s press experience
knowledge of the arts
a positive, creative and flexible approach
ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
strong copy writing skills
confident telephone manner
the ability to learn quickly and communicate clearly
a commitment to the values promoted by our core mission
strong organisational skills
PC literate especially in Microsoft Office programmes

Desirable

experience and contacts within the press
experience planning and executing press campaigns in an arts organisation