Press Officer

  • Contract
  • London

English National Ballet


Job Description

Joining English National Ballet, you will find a community of artists, musicians, theatre and costume craftspeople, creatives, business and administration professionals across a range of disciplines, all working together to achieve a common goal: to bring world-class ballet to as many people as possible, wherever they are and whatever their means. We are a multi-skilled, multi-cultural, open and inclusive organisation and we place a high value on diversity and diversity of thought in our teams.

Job Requirements

Key Selection Criteria

  • Proven experience working as part of a press team, delivering successful press and influencer campaigns across print, broadcast, and digital platforms
  • Understanding of how social media, influencers and digital content can be used as part of campaigns
  • Experience using press contacts database and media monitoring systems
  • Excellent written and verbal English with strong editing and proof-reading experience
  • Ability to maintain and develop working relationships with media contacts, including national press
  • Passion for the performing arts, and ballet/dance in particular, with a good understanding of arts and culture sector press

Job Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities as Press Officer will include:

  • Work with the Head of Press and Communications to deliver earned media campaigns for ENB’s productions, as well as engagement and digital initiatives beyond the stage
  • Maintain and develop contacts with national and local journalists, media and influencers
  • Research press opportunities for upcoming productions, events, initiatives and key stakeholders
  • Arrange interviews, photocalls, photo opportunities, and publicity events
  • Contribute to the delivery, scheduling and management of influencer activity.
  • Write, proofread and distribute press releases, ensuring key messaging is effectively communicated.

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