White Cube
Job Description
The PR & Communications Apprentice will support the day-to-day running of the Press department while gaining hands-on experience in one of the world’s leading commercial galleries.
The role requires a passion for working in communications in the arts and a strong interest in learning about artists and the art sector. Being thorough, proactive and professional at all times, while having a strong eye for detail and consistency, is key, as is the ability to balance a varied workload.
While an enthusiasm for contemporary art and communications is important for you to be considered for this role, prior experience working in a museum or gallery is not required.
Hands-on training will be provided, from how to develop and follow a communications strategy and how to pitch to journalists, to how to create a strong CV.
Job Requirements
* Be aged 16 or over.
* Have the right to work in the United Kingdom.
* Be based in United Kingdom for the duration of the apprenticeship.
* Not be enrolled on another government-funded qualification or apprenticeship at the same time.
* Ideally, the successful candidate should already hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or an equivalent qualification).
Job Responsibilities
* Scanning and filing press clippings
* Writing and compiling daily press coverage reports
* Responding to press requests and sharing materials with journalists
* Supporting the press team at media events and openings
* Creating press kits, including designing image sheets, resizing images, uploading digital resources for journalists
* Building email content on Mailchimp
* Creating digital assets using existing design templates
* Supporting the drafting of press releases and other communications materials
* Proofing and sense-checking copy
* Attending PR agency meetings
* Taking meeting minutes and sharing notes with the team
* Supporting the press team with finance-related administration, including raising purchase orders and managing team expenses
* Other jobs to support the communications team when required
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